Davell Crawford: A Musical Journey from New Orleans to Newark, at NJPAC (Site)
Saturday November 16, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The WBGO Children’s Concert Series brings world-renowned jazz musicians to concert halls and venues throughout New York and New Jersey. These concerts give young listeners the chance to discover the enjoyment of jazz, improvisation and musical collaboration.
In this FREE concert, experience the magic of Louis Armstrong, whose revolutionary jazz performances set the world on fire, and Professor Longhair, whose unique blend of R&B, blues and jazz became a hallmark of the New Orleans sound. Learn about the contributions of James Moody, Sarah Vaughan, Jon Batiste and Whitney Houston, whose talents have left an indelible mark on jazz and vocal music. This exploration of the vibrant music scene that connects New Orleans to Newark will be guided by the renowned “Piano Prince of New Orleans,” Davell Crawford, and his quartet. For audiences of all ages.
Presented by WBGO and The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation