Family Concert: What is The Jazz Age?

ABOUT THE CONCERT

Fan favorite Catherine Russell returns to Rose Theater to deliver another captivating concert for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s youngest audiences. Exploring the era of decadence, defiance, and social change known as the Roaring 20s, the Grammy-nominated singer and song interpreter leads her lively ensemble through the pivotal years when Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington issued their groundbreaking first recordings. Experience a high-energy, hard-swinging event for all ages.

Get ready to swing by listening to our curated Jazz Age playlist!

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Grammy-nominated fan favorite Catherine Russell performing with her long-standing ensemble of nimble improvisers
• An energetic, family-friendly program spotlighting music and culture from the Roaring 20s 
• This is a Relaxed Performance, open to all and designed for people with autism, sensory and communication disorders or learning disabilities. The artistic integrity of the piece remains unchanged, however modifications to social and sensory environment may be made. For more information about relaxed  performances, visit this website.
• Experience Rose Theater, JALC’s stunning concert hall that provides an unmatched elite acoustic experience

PERFORMANCE LINEUP

Catherine Russell, host and vocals

Trumpet 1: James Zollar
Trumpet 2: Bria Skonberg
Trombone: Ron Wilkins
Piano: Jon Thomas
Bass: Brandi Disterheft
Drums: Chris Gelb
Reeds: Ricky Alexander and Jay Rattman
Reeds 2: Aurora Nealand
Vocals: Robbie Lee
Violin: Sara Caswell