The Bowie Project at Studio5 Performaing Arts Center

Our all-time favorite shows at Studio5 include performances by two artists: Stellar vocalist Paul Marinaro, and the beautiful artistry of the Metropolitan Jazz Octet under the direction of our talented friend, Jim Gailloreto. Well, on April 21st we will be honored to have them return TOGETHER in a beautiful, unique partnership: Exploring the music of David Bowie! Wow! If true art is about stepping outside one's comfort zone, this project is a perfect example. Bold and brave, Paul and the MJO take on the challenge of reinterpreting without replicating, honoring Bowie's lyrics and melodic/harmonic complexity while using the nimble octet palette to paint with intimate, nuanced colors. It's a warm sonic bath and it is breathtaking. If you are familiar with either Paul or the MJO, this is probably not the material you would expect from either ... but that's part of the point. This is extraordinary creativity on full display. Come celebrate the release of their new recording and hear this exciting project LIVE with us in this encore performance following their Studio5 sellout concert in February! – SR...

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Our all-time favorite shows at Studio5 include performances by two artists: Stellar vocalist Paul Marinaro, and the beautiful artistry of the Metropolitan Jazz Octet under the direction of our talented friend, Jim Gailloreto. Well, on April 21st we will be honored to have them return TOGETHER in a beautiful, unique partnership: Exploring the music of David Bowie! Wow! If true art is about stepping outside one's comfort zone, this project is a perfect example. Bold and brave, Paul and the MJO take on the challenge of reinterpreting without replicating, honoring Bowie's lyrics and melodic/harmonic complexity while using the nimble octet palette to paint with intimate, nuanced colors. It's a warm sonic bath and it is breathtaking. If you are familiar with either Paul or the MJO, this is probably not the material you would expect from either ... but that's part of the point. This is extraordinary creativity on full display. Come celebrate the release of their new recording and hear this exciting project LIVE with us in this encore performance following their Studio5 sellout concert in February! – SR

The Bowie Project Personnel:
Vocals: Paul Marinaro
Alto Sax/ Clarinet/ Alto Flute: John Kornegay
Tenor Sax/ Soprano Sax/ Flute: Jim Gailloreto
Baritone Sax/ Bass Clarinet/ Bassoon: Peter Brusen
Trumpet/FlugelHorn: Doug Scharf
Trombone: Russ Phillips
Piano: Ben Lewis
Vibes: Joe Sonnefeldt
Acoustic Bass: Doug Bistrow
Drums: Bob Rummage
Percussion & Marimba: Jean-Christophe Leroy

Cash bar, light snacks, free parking right outside! Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. [NOTE: Ticket sales on this website end one hour before showtime. Any remaining tickets are available for purchase at the door.]

Live taping for CHICAGO JAZZ LIVE on WDCB!
Our syndicated radio program, CHICAGO JAZZ LIVE, is now in its eighth season! Be part of the studio audience and behind the scenes for an exciting live recording of this performance. CJL airs locally on WDCB (90.9FM or WDCB.org), Tuesdays 7-8PM. Come to the taping ... and then tune in!

Many thanks to our media sponsor, WDCB!

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