Wbgo Kids Jazz Concert "ellington!" at Newark Symphony Hall

WBGO FREE Kids Jazz Concert Series presents "Ellington!"
An interactive, multi-media introduction to one of the most celebrated musicians in history; the great American composer, pianist and bandleader, Duke Ellington! New generations will experience a wide variety of Duke's broad musical achievements, from hit songs to blues riffs to scores for stage and screen.

This season’s five multi-media concert experiences for kids feature The Metta Quintet, the resident ensemble of JazzReach. The free and interactive, hour-long concerts give kids opportunities to learn about a new jazzy theme each Saturday and will take place in Essex County, NJ. Q&A sessions with the artists, small gifts, and a chance to win a prize, are just some of the reasons to come out and join us! Full series runs Saturdays March 28th to May 2nd , calendar at www.wbgo.org/kids . ...

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WBGO FREE Kids Jazz Concert Series presents "Ellington!"
An interactive, multi-media introduction to one of the most celebrated musicians in history; the great American composer, pianist and bandleader, Duke Ellington! New generations will experience a wide variety of Duke's broad musical achievements, from hit songs to blues riffs to scores for stage and screen.

This season’s five multi-media concert experiences for kids feature The Metta Quintet, the resident ensemble of JazzReach. The free and interactive, hour-long concerts give kids opportunities to learn about a new jazzy theme each Saturday and will take place in Essex County, NJ. Q&A sessions with the artists, small gifts, and a chance to win a prize, are just some of the reasons to come out and join us! Full series runs Saturdays March 28th to May 2nd , calendar at www.wbgo.org/kids .

The concerts are free and open to the general public. Tickets are handed out in the lobby of each venue on the day of performance only and on a first-come, first-served basis. We cannot guarantee seats prior to each program, except for groups with reservations. Adults must be accompanied by a child. All venues are handicapped accessible. Sign language interpretation of performances by request. Groups may reserve seats in advance and may be eligible for transportation funding; email [email protected] for info.

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