| Event | Family Concert: Who is Count Basie? |
|---|---|
| Ensemble | JLCO with Wynton Marsalis |
| Date | Saturday, November 5th, 2016 |
| Time | 1:00pm – 2:00pm |
| Venue | Rose Theater |
| Address | Broadway at 60th |
| Location | New York, NY, United States |
Piano player and bandleader William “Count” Basie brought America out of the Depression with the elegant and irresistible swing of Kansas City. Establishing 4/4 swing as a primary jazz style, The Count led one of the greatest big bands of all time, featuring the hard-swinging All-American Rhythm Section, iconic soloists, and a communal feeling that kept the dance floor moving all night. In this hour-long narrated concert featuring the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, crowd participation, and engaging storytelling by Wynton Marsalis, families will learn about Basie’s exciting career and infectious music. After nearly 25 years, this beloved family-oriented series continues to be a wellspring of enlightenment for curious minds, with concerts “as illuminating as they are entertaining” (Chicago Tribune).
Sidemen
- Ali Jackson – drums, tambourine
- Carlos Henriquez – bass
- James Chirillo – guitar
- Dan Nimmer – piano
- Marcus Printup – trumpet
- Anthony Hervey – trumpet
- Greg Gisbert – trumpet
- Kenny Rampton – trumpet
- Elliot Mason – trombone
- Kalia Vandever – trombone
- Chris Crenshaw – trombone
- Vincent Gardner – trombone
- Victor Goines – tenor sax, soprano sax, clarinet, bass clarinet
- Ted Nash – alto sax, soprano sax, clarinet, flute, piccolo
- Sherman Irby – alto sax, soprano sax, clarinet, flute
- Walter Blanding – tenor sax, soprano sax, clarinet
- Paul Nedzela – baritone sax, bass clarinet
Setlist
- Jumpin’ at the Woodside
- Squabblin’
- Blue Room
- Good Morning Blues
- JLCO Head Arrangement
- One O’Clock Jump
