Join us on Friday, October 6 at 7:30 pm for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of Disney through the lens of jazz at CU’s Macky Auditorium Concert Hall, 1595 Pleasant St, in Boulder. The program features the new house band of The National Jazz Museum in Harlem which is curated by artistic directors Jon Batiste and Christian McBride. Pianist and music director Sean Mason brings these famous songs to life along with a five-piece band and two wonderful singers and storytellers.
!00 Years of Disney Artists
Get ready to be transported into a world where Disney magic meets the timeless rhythms of jazz. Marking a milestone that’s as heartwarming as a Disney tale itself, the concert is a centenary tribute to 100 years of Disney magic. From Snow White to Toy Story, the Artists Sean Mason, Kim Nalley and Sasha Dobson, time-honored music of Disney’s animated world has been reimagined and rejuvenated by jazz luminaries such as Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, and Dave Brubeck. The concert’s program will feature a captivating journey through the annals of Disney cinema, breathing new life into beloved jazz standards like “Someday My Prince Will Come,” “He’s a Tramp,” “Everybody Wants to be a Cat” and “The Bare Necessities.”
Vocalists Kim Nalley and Sasha Dobson join the ranks to bring these cherished Disney tunes to life with their unique interpretations. Backing the vocalists is an ensemble of musicians who bring a wealth of expertise to the performance.
“When You Wish Upon a Star” promises to stir hearts and bridge generations through the nostalgic power of Disney classics and
the improvisational flights of jazz, united in a fantasia of melody and imagination. Ticket prices range from $15 to $90. Save 15-25% with season tickets. Call 303-492-8008 or visit their website at www.cupresents.org to reserve your tickets today!