North Central College presents music phenomenon Preservation Hall Jazz Band on stage May 16.
The performance begins at 8PM on Sat., May 16, in the College’s Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. Tickets are $40, $30 and $20; call the North Central College Box Office at 630-637-SHOW (7460) or visitnorthcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Brief Bio
Drawing from deep roots of legendary players like George Lewis, Sweet Emma Barrett and Kid Thomas Valentine-all original stars of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band-today’s band members are bridging the gap between traditional jazz and the younger generation. Currently on a world tour promoting its album “That’s It,” the band weaves its traditional New Orleans roots with a fresh style. Punchy horn-section riffs recalling the Ellington big band sound, funky tuba lines and backbeat drumming revive a bygone era for all generations.
“That’s It” is an eclectic album that draws on the collective experience of players nurtured in the New Orleans tradition but is determined to build something fresh and exciting on that foundation. This album marks the first time that a substantial body of new music was created by the band and entered the Preservation Hall repertoire. It constitutes a rich lode of fresh material not only for the current members of the touring band, but also for other musicians who play at the hall and may be inspired to pick up on some of the songs.
An internationally known cultural icon, Preservation Hall was founded in 1961 to promote traditional New Orleans jazz in all its authenticity. The musicians in the group have varied during the years, yet the hall is still in business and continues to tour the world.
Thanks for supporting the arts!
North Central College’s 2014-2015 Fine and Performing Arts Season is partially sponsored by season supporters, including BMO Harris, Casa by Charleston, The DuPage Community Foundation, Grant Thornton, J.P. Morgan, Main Street Promenade, Marquette Properties, Monarch Landing, Nicor Gas, Ryan Hill Realty, U.S. Bank Private Client Reserve, USG and Water Street Development.
This upcoming performance is among many ongoing programs at North Central College to enrich and broaden the cultural and academic outlook for the College and community. North Central offers a variety of venues accommodating a rich range of local and world-class events, performances and space needs for the public. For a comprehensive schedule of musical performances, theatrical and dance productions, art exhibits and more, visitnorthcentralcollege.edu/show or call the box office at 630-637-SHOW (7469).
