Buzzards Bay Musicfest Swing Band

Since its inception in 2017, the Buzzards Bay Musicfest Swing Band has delighted audiences with jazz from different eras, genres, styles and origins. The commonality is the energetic and experienced approach of the instrumentalists as they interpret the truly American art form that is not only historically significant but deeply rooted in the souls of all who appreciate good music. From a veteran of the Tony Bennett Band to a Berklee College of Music Professor and from the former piano accompanist for Sheila Jordan to the former drummer of the Artie Shaw Band, these nine artists and improvisors exhibit the spirit of the constantly evolving jazz tradition. Please come to hear the band trace the history of jazz. It is not meant to be comprehensive or completely chronological but more of a sampling of the various styles, from the early 1900’s through to the 21st century. The band will explore the different streams of jazz as they develop into divergent and independent streams. The music of composers Scott Joplin, W. C. Handy, Lil Harden, George Gershwin, Freddie Green, Fats Waller, Charlie Parker, Gerry Mulligan, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson, Paul Desmond and Kenny Garrett will be presented on Friday, July 11, 7:30 pm, at the Fireman Performing Arts Center on the campus of Tabor Academy, 245 Front St., Marion. The best part – free admission. Please visit www.buzzardsbaymusicfest.com for more detailed information.