Northwestern University Jazz Orchestra
The Vital Organ—The Legacy of the Hammond B-3
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:30pm CDT
Galvin Recital Hall
Derrick Gardner, conductor; Reggie Thomas, keyboards
Originally created as a cheaper alternative to church pipe organs, the Hammond organ was quickly adopted by jazz musicians including Duke Ellington, Fats Waller, Bill Doggett, Milt Buckner, and Wild Bill Davis. They pioneered the instrument’s use in jazz, paving the way for its appearance in blues, rock, and soul. Joining the Jazz Orchestra for their celebration of the Hammond B-3 is guest keyboardist Reggie Thomas, a member of the Count Basie Orchestra and the Chicago Jazz Orchestra.
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70 Arts Circle Drive
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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.