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| McCoy Tyner at the Aaron Davis Hall Chosen as the New York State NEA Jazz Masters on Tour host presenter, Aaron Davis Hall will celebrate the extraordinary music and career of one of our national living treasures, pianist McCoy Tyner, with his very special guest, the brilliant Savion Glover Friday, March 24, 2006. This rare and unique concert will highlight the amazing collaboration of these two giants and feature a special opening act of some of the future legends of music, The Jabane Ensemble, including: Ravi Coltrane, Lionel Loueke, Gregoire Maret, Derrick Hodge and others. As one of the most important pianists of the last thirty years, pianist McCoy Tyner's richly harmonic and percussive style of playing has influenced countless musicians and contributed to many of jazz's greatest moments. A pioneering member of John Coltrane legendary quartet, McCoy Tyner evokes the spirit of Trane on many of his recordings. Tyner's artistry and innovation embrace a multitude of styles, from African and Latin rhythms to the modal harmonies of the post-bebop era. His amazing versatility has enabled him to excel in a wide variety of settings. In 1996, Savion Glover won the Tony award for his dancing and choreographyof the Broadway smash-hit, Bring In Da Noize, Bring In Da Funk. Savion remains one of the youngest men to be nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in Black and Blue. He made his Broadway debut as the title character in The Tap Dance Kid at the age of 12. He appeared on Broadway opposite Gregory Hines in Jelly's Last Jam and toured with that show. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Jazz News :: home page |