Such Sweet Thunder: Jason Yeager Plays Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn
Birdland Jazz Club
315 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036
Pianist and bandleader Jason Yeager celebrates the music of Billy Strayhorn and Duke Ellington with his trio and special guests at the iconic Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. The one-night-only event features swinging and vibrant arrangements showcasing the colorful and expressive sophistication of Strayhorn and Ellington's compositions.
Why We Like It
- Yeager's highly interactive trio presents his curiously varied and invariably moving arrangements of Strayhorn and Ellington's timeless works.
- The event features an all-star lineup of special guests, including Ellington Orchestra alumnus Steve Little, saxophone/composition polymath Randal Despommier, Grammy-winning vocalist Aubrey Johnson, and trumpet virtuoso Alphonso Horne.
- Held at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club in the heart of the Theater District, this promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the legacies of two jazz giants.
Who Should Attend
Jazz enthusiasts, fans of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, and anyone looking for a swinging, sophisticated, and emotionally resonant musical experience will enjoy this event.