The DC Traveler

The annual Big Band JAM features 10-days of the big band sounds from world-famous musicians and bands, college, high school, military and area jazz bands as well as tributes to a few legends of the hot sounds of jazz. 

A few of the highlights include performances by The Duke Ellington Orchestra, a special tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, and the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and its “Tribute to Quincy Jones”.

Check the Big Band JAM schedule for performance information.

Venues include:

• Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
• Sylvan Theater at the Washington Monument
• Voice of America Stage (Auditorium)
• Smithsonian Institution
• Grace Episcopal Church
• Blues Alley at 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW

Dates - April 18-27, 2008

Tickets - Many concerts are free, some will have a cover charge.  Advanced reservations may also be required for both free and paid concerts.  Check the schedule and policy for each performance.

Images - Flickr - trumpet, sax player, Army band,   

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