James Hegarty Trio at Jacoby Arts Center

The Jacoby Arts Center pays homage to the “cool jazz” sound of native son Miles Davis when the James Hegarty Trio takes the stage on Friday, July 17.
Comprised of talented regional artists, the James Hegarty Trio is known for its spontaneous improvisations, ranging from exciting dynamic driving intensity to quiet moments of lyrical counterpoint.
“The concert will present music from and associated with Miles Davis’s album ‘Kind of Blue,’ which has remained the highest selling jazz album of all time since its release in 1959,” said James Hegarty, jazz pianist and composer. “‘Cool jazz’ has an easy, melodic groove that builds around musical themes, which allow musicians a lot of room to improvise. ...

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The Jacoby Arts Center pays homage to the “cool jazz” sound of native son Miles Davis when the James Hegarty Trio takes the stage on Friday, July 17.
Comprised of talented regional artists, the James Hegarty Trio is known for its spontaneous improvisations, ranging from exciting dynamic driving intensity to quiet moments of lyrical counterpoint.
“The concert will present music from and associated with Miles Davis’s album ‘Kind of Blue,’ which has remained the highest selling jazz album of all time since its release in 1959,” said James Hegarty, jazz pianist and composer. “‘Cool jazz’ has an easy, melodic groove that builds around musical themes, which allow musicians a lot of room to improvise.
Paul Steinbeck, electric bass, and Gary Sykes, drums, round out the trio. Each artist is a leading figure in St. Louis’s jazz scene.

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