Northwestern University Jazz Ensemble
Beyond Category—The Music of Duke Ellington
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:30pm CST
Galvin Recital Hall
Darius Hampton, conductor
Pianist, bandleader, and composer Duke Ellington was one of the most significant figures in the development of jazz. Ellington wrote thousands of songs and led the iconic band that carried his name—the Duke Ellington Orchestra—for over 50 years. Join the Northwestern University Jazz Ensemble as they pay tribute to “The Duke.”
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Address
70 Arts Circle Drive
Evanston, IL 60208
United States
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Located in the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, this 400-seat hall features a 40-foot glass wall offering views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Undulating walls of Forest Stewardship Council–certified wood, covered with a thin layer of African moabi wood, provide optimal acoustics, and the hall is equipped with state-of-the-art sound and video equipment for recording.