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The Music Of Art Blakey And The Jazz Messengers* at Performing Arts Center Arts Bonita (centers For The Arts Bonita Springs)
Courtesy of Evvnt | Posted on December 13, 2023
Where
Performing Arts Center Arts Bonita (centers For The Arts Bonita Springs)
10150 Bonita Beach Road Southeast
Bonita Springs, FL
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When
Thu, February 29, 2024
7:30 pm
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Featuring Drummer Paul Gavin
Art Blakey was both a powerhouse drummer and a charismatic bandleader who co-founded The Jazz Messengers and led the legendary group from 1956 until his death in 1990. Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers, aka "The Hard Bop Academy," birthed some of Jazz's best-known musicians and compositions. Arts Bonita Resident Artist and world-class pianist, Dr. Zachary Bartholomew puts the spotlight on drum master and special guest, Paul Gavin, as they present a concert featuring the music of the Jazz Messengers, celebrating Blakey's deep influence on jazz.
The Band:...