Newsradio WMNI is proud to be a sponsor of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra Group's Swingin' with the CJO series at The Southern Theater. The Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO) is led by trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling and presents over twenty concerts each season at the historic Southern Theatre in its Swingin' with the CJO performance series.
Here is the Swingin with the CJO Series Schedule of events! Go to www.JazzArtsGroup.org for more info!
Big Band on Broadway
March 14 – 17, 2013
Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday – Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday 3:00 p.m.
Saturday night’s performance broadcast live on WOSU Classical 101.1 FM.
- ARTISTS:
- Columbus Jazz Orchestra
- Artistic Director, Byron Stripling
- Guest Artist: Debbie Gravitte
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
Be our guest in a night of Broadway magic as the CJO puts a jazzy twist on your favorite classic show tunes!
Known for her Tony Award-winning role as leading lady in the musicalJerome Robbin’s Broadway, guest Debbie Gravitte has sung in a variety of settings from stage to symphony orchestra. Since her debut in 1979, this Broadway belter has appeared in numerous classics including Les Miserables, Chicago, and more. Come back where you belong, and experience this unforgettable night as the big band takes Broadway featuring music from Hello Dolly!, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast,The Wiz and much more!
JAZZ ACADEMY WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITY: Saturday, March 16, 2:00 p.m. featuring Debbie Gravitte
Join us for a new workshop series titled “Offstage at the Jazz Academy” hosted by Byron Stripling. Join Byron for a casual and engaging conversation with the wonderful guest artists of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra. “Offstage at the Jazz Academy” provides participants a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the artist perspective on performing with the CJO – adding new perspective to being an audience member. Registration is free for CJO subscribers. Pre-registration is required and available by clicking here.
Piano Men: The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John & Stevie Wonder
April 11 – 14, 2013
Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday – Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday 3:00 p.m.
- ARTISTS:
- Columbus Jazz Orchestra
- Artistic Director, Byron Stripling
- Guest Artists: Chester Gregory, Dave Powers
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
You’ll all be in the mood for a melody when the CJO pays tribute to your favorite keyboard legends!
The powerful vocals of Chester Gregory and keyboard wizardry of Dave Powers join the CJO on timeless classics like “Piano Man,” “Just the Way You Are,” “Your Song,” “Rocket Man,” “Sir Duke,” “Isn’t She Lovely,” and many more!
JAZZ ACADEMY WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITY: Saturday, April 13, 2:00 p.m. featuring Dave Powers
Join us for a new workshop series titled “Offstage at the Jazz Academy” hosted by Byron Stripling. Join Byron for a casual and engaging conversation with the wonderful guest artists of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra. “Offstage at the Jazz Academy” provides participants a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the artist perspective on performing with the CJO – adding new perspective to being an audience member. Registration is free for CJO subscribers. Pre-registration is required and available by clicking here.
