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Tribute To Art Blakey PT II- the 80’s

May 11, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

$15

Join us was we continue our celebration of the music of one of the greatest Jazz musicians and bandleaders of all time, the legendary drummer Art Blakey with a truly All-Star lineup.

Art Blakey, also known as “Buhaina” or “Bu,” was often called the father of hard bop. He was responsible for producing and developing more jazz talent than any other band leader of his era. His band, the Jazz Messengers, was the Ivy League of jazz finishing schools,

This week, in PT II of our tribute to Bu, will feature an all-star lineup playing classics from his many recordings from the eighties, including new arrangements by former Jazz Messenger Michael Mossman.

 

Antonio Hart
Alto saxophone

Michael Mossman
Trumpet

Greg Wall
Tenor & Soprano Sax

David Berkman
Piano

Phil Bowler
Bass

Tim Horner
Drums

 

Thursday, May 11
Jazz at the Post (VFW Post 399)

465 Riverside Ave, Westport
(203)-227-6796
sets at 7:00 pm and 8:45 pm
$15 cover (ridiculous!)

Featuring a new hot menu from
Chef Derek Furino
dinner from 6:45 PM

This show will sell out!

Advance tix for the 7:00PM with guaranteed seats including dinner available here. 

Advance tix for the 8:45 show with guaranteed seats including dinner available here.

Music only advance tix for the 7:00PM show  available here

Music only advance tix for the 8:45 PM available here.

Details

Date:
May 11, 2023
Time:
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
First set attendees can stay through the second set if seats are available.
Cover Charge:
$15

Dinner Reservations

Available first set only
Purchase tickets first

Venue

Jazz at the Post @ VFW Post 399
465 Riverside Ave
Westport, CT 06880 United States
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Phone
475-298-5079
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