HU CELEBRATES JAZZ APPRECIATION MONTH

Hampton, VA -Hampton University’s Department of Music is moving to the beat of the harmonious jazz sounds starting Monday, April 4 through Friday, April 8. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, HU will be celebrating its’ Annual Week of Jazz with a variety of musical events. Nightly performances will feature great musicians that range from high school students to college students to professionals. All performances are open to the public and will be held in the Little Theatre in Armstrong Hall on the campus of HU. Most performances are free of charge. The performances are as follows:

Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m.: The Marcus Roberts Trio, opened by a special guest. $1 with
HU ID card and $5 for general public.

Tuesday, April 5 at 8 p.m.: Jam Session by HU Jazz Combos and various collegiate and
high school ensembles. Admission is free.

Wednesday, April 6 at 8 p.m.: HU Vocal Jazz Ensemble. Admission is free.

Thursday, April 7 at 8 p.m.: HU Jazz Ensemble. $1 with HU ID card and $5 for general
public.

Friday, April 8 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.: HU Jazz Festival. Admission is free.
8 p.m.: High School Jazz Festival. Admission is free.

Celebrate and enjoy the sultry sounds of talented HU and local high school students during Jazz Appreciation Week. Sit back, relax and listen to the rhythmic music and appreciate the wonderful jazz. For more information please contact Jerry Bracey, assistant professor of music and director of the HU jazz ensemble and chamber orchestra, at (757) 728-6604.