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Event
"Take the 'A' Train" The Music of Billy Strayhorn
The theme of this year's Faculty Jazz Concert at Winchester Community Music School is "Take the 'A' Train," featuring the works of great American jazz composer and pianist Billy Strayhorn. A classical musician by training, Strayhorn discovered jazz at the age of 19 and became a decades-long collaborator with legendary bandleader Duke Ellington. Strayhorn's "Take the 'A' Train" was the signature song of the Duke Ellington orchestra. WCMS faculty performers will include Valerie Walton, saxophone; John Kramer, piano; Mark Pucci, bass; and Chris Bill, drums. A reception with complimentary refreshments will follow. General admission is $15; tickets are available online at www.winchestermusic.org or in person at 407 Highland Avenue, Winchester, MA. For more information, call 781-721-2950. Winchester Community Music School is a non-profit member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education, with 60 professional faculty members and over 800 students from 30 communities.
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LocationWinchester Community Music School (View)
407 Highland Avenue
Winchester, MA 01880
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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Contact
| Owner: Laurie Russell |
| On BPT Since: Oct 14, 2010 |
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| Winchester Community Music School |
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