Swing University—Holiday Edition
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53m
Join Swing University Curator Seton Hawkins as he provides an in-depth look at the histories of five classic holiday tunes, from the beautiful to the bizarre. Sharing recordings by the JLCO with guest vocalists Catherine Russell and Denzal Sinclaire, Seton invites you to grab your favorite hot beverage, sit back, relax, and enjoy this special holiday edition of Swing U only available on Jazz Live.
What is Swing University, you ask? Swing University offers engaging virtual and in-person classes about jazz history, new and classic tunes, and listening methods that will improve your concert-going experiences. Meant for jazz enthusiasts, fans, and students of all backgrounds and levels, Swing U classes are taught by industry experts (like Seton Hawkins), as well as members of the JLCO including Kenny Rampton, Marcus Printup, Chris Crenshaw, Sherman Irby, and more. Exploring jazz history, discussing new and classic tunes, and discovering new listening methods never looked (or sounded!) so fun.
For more information on Swing University, visit jazz.org/swingu
PERSONNEL
Seton Hawkins, host
REEDS
Sherman Irby – alto & soprano saxophone, flute, piccolo, Bb clarinet
Ted Nash - alto & tenor saxophones, flute, alto flute piccolo, Bb clarinet
Victor Goines – tenor saxophone, Bb & Eb clarinets
Chris Lewis – tenor & soprano saxophone, Bb clarinet
Paul Nedzela – baritone & alto saxophone, bass clarinet
TRUMPETS
Ryan Kisor
Kenny Rampton
Marcus Printup
Summer Camargo
Wynton Marsalis
TROMBONES
Chris Crenshaw
Elliot Mason
Sam Chess
RHYTHM
Dan Nimmer – piano
Carlos Henriquez – bass
Obed Calvaire – drums
SPECIAL GUEST:
Catherine Russel, vocals
Denzal Sinclaire, vocals
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