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Joey DeFrancesco with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra at Rose Theater
Courtesy of Jazz at Lincoln Center | Posted on March 16, 2018
Where
Rose Theater
33 West 60th Street
New York, NY
Map
212-258-9800
When
Fri, May 17, 2019
8:00 pm
Save the date
About
Joey DeFrancesco—arguably the greatest B-3 Hammond organ player alive—joins the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for the first time. With two 61-note keyboards, a 25-note bass pedal board controlled by foot, and multiple custom drawbars, the Hammond organ is practically a full band by itself. This expansive instrument is rarely paired with a big band, but it adds a rich new dimension when the musicians are up to the challenge.
Tonight, DeFrancesco and the JLCO will explore two classic records that defied the organ’s typical small group confines and left fans craving more. First up is Duke Ellington’s New Orleans Suite, a lesser-known and delightfully varied repertoire of Ellington excellence. The original recording featured organ only on the gospel-tinged “Blues for New Orleans,” but DeFrancesco and JLCO trombonist Vincent Gardner are excitedly cooking up new arrangements to expand its role. The second half of the show explores Oliver Nelson’s unique take on Peter & The Wolf, a playful suite full of fiery solos by legendary organist Jimmy Smith. ...