Ken Peplowski: Unheard Bird
July 6 @ 7:30 pm
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Clarinetist and saxophonist Ken Peplowski presents Unheard Bird, showcasing Charlie Parker’s unrecorded string arrangements. Accompanied by lush strings and rich woodwinds, Peplowski brings these forgotten masterpieces to life, offering a fresh perspective on Parker’s visionary work.
A modern master of the saxophone and clarinet, Ken Peplowski is one of jazz’s most versatile and accomplished musicians, with over 70 albums as a leader and nearly 400 as a sideman. He has performed and recorded with legends ranging from Hank Jones, Benny Goodman, and Peggy Lee to Madonna and Woody Allen, appearing on the world’s most prestigious stages, including Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, Birdland, and the Blue Note. His artistry effortlessly spans swing, avant-garde jazz, pop, and classical music, with landmark recordings of both the Darius Milhaud Clarinet Concerto and a concerto composed for him by Dick Hyman.
This extraordinary performance offers a rare opportunity to experience Unheard Bird, Peplowski’s breathtaking exploration of Charlie Parker’s lost string arrangements. With lush strings and rich woodwinds as his backdrop, Peplowski brings these long-unheard compositions to life, revealing a fresh and revelatory side of Parker’s genius. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event.
Made possible by Deb DeMartini and Joan Talbert & David Lyon
Personnel:
- Ken Peplowski, Clarinet & Tenor Saxophone
- Additional personnel TBA
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