Jazz WaHi Presents: Jazzy Jambalaya Storytime “Jazzy Fairy Tales” with Louise Rogers and members of the Pied Piper Children’s Theatre
Fort Washington Library, Children’s Room
For all ages
Join us for a special musical storytime presented by musicians from Jazz WaHi! Open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Come ready to dance!
Experience the vibrant sounds of the Son Complex Jazz Project, a captivating journey that begins with timeless American Songbook standards and gradually evolves into rich traditional Afro-Cuban grooves infused with sophisticated jazz harmonies and spirited improvisation. This unique blend of styles invites listeners to explore the dynamic intersection of jazz and Afro-Cuban music in an intimate cafe concert setting. Join us for an evening of soulful melodies, infectious rhythms, and heartfelt performances that celebrate the complexity and beauty of these musical worlds coming together.
The artists: Pete Venzal-Vocalist, Berta Moreno-Tenor Saxophone, Pete Rosales-Piano, Greg German-Drums. Special Guest: Dr. Fernando Bobis, MD-Conga
Live music 6 nights a week 9pm-11pm for your enjoyment and never with a cover!
Live music 6 nights a week 9pm-11pm for your enjoyment and never with a cover!
Charles Lonny West was the director of the Bethune Senior Center located on 157th Street and Amsterdam Avenue in Harlem from 1973 until 2003. He became aware that there were some men who frequentled the center — having lunch, shooting pool and just hanging out–who were retired jazz musicians, who played with jazz and swing bands in the 20’s through the 50’s — The Big Band Era. Lonny West got these men together and organized and developed the Bethune Big Band. Over time, the band performed at many senior centers across the New York City area.
Lonny appointed his brother, Paul, a jazz bassist well known for his work with Dizzy Gillespie and Lee Morgan, to conduct the Bethune Big Band from 2003 to the present. Lonny passed away on June 3, 2018. Paul West continues to keep the band playing as a tribute to its founder, Charles Lonny West.
This event is a $5 suggested donation ticket with 50 max attendees. Please register in advance.
