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Jazz Composers' Symposium: Chuck Owen & The Jazz Surge at Usf Concert Hall
Courtesy of Ticketmaster | Posted on December 12, 2016
Where
Usf Concert Hall
4202 E. Fowler Avenue
Tampa, FL
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When
Sat, May 20, 2017
8:00 pm
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Musicians
Chuck Owen
composer / conductorAbout
USF's Distinguished Professor of Jazz Studies and nationally respected educator is equally recognized for his unique compositional voice; one steeped in the jazz tradition but drawing on a diverse array of influences from contemporary classical to American folk/roots music, Latin, and funk. He has released 5 recordings with the 18-piece Jazz Surge, the last two of which were nominated for Grammy Awards. Described as "riotous and joyous" (JazzTimes), "muscular" (Downbeat), and "deserving of universal attention" (All Music Guide), the Surge has worked with an incredible array of prominent guests: from Gerald Wilson, Benny Golson, & Slide Hampton to Randy Brecker, Chick Corea, & Dave Liebman...