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SPOTLIGHT: CHARLIE PARKER, FEATURING KC’S SAXOPHONE LEGENDS AND RISING STARS
A partnership between KC Jazz Orchestra and KC Jazz ALIVE. The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra will roar, with Bobby Watson, Matt Otto, Stephen Martin, and area up-and-coming saxophone students, for a Kansas City-focused, big band reflection on the artistry of its native son and creator of bebop: Charlie Parker. Bird forever lives, and forever swings. In partnership with KC Jazz ALIVE.
Location: Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St Kansas City MO 64105
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