Jazz at the Ballroom presents "Get Out of Town" ft. Adrian Cunningham, Konrad Paszkudzki, Rob Edwards, and Wyatt Michael

Saturday, August 24, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
The Main Stage
 

The festival is excited to present a creative program by the Jazz at the Ballroom organization, which has presented special programs on the Great American Songbook at the country’s most respected venues such as the Kennedy Center, Skirball Cultural Center, Lobero Theatre, and at New York City’s famed Birdland. Jazz at the Ballroom will feature a lineup of rising stars led by the extraordinary jazz pianist Konrad Paszkudzki and featuring bassist Dylan Shamat, vocalist Olivia Chindamo, pianist/vocalist Champian Fulton, vocalist Vanessa Perea, vocalist Wyatt Michael, trombonist Rob Edwards, saxophonist Adrian Cunningham, and more.

More information about the Jazz at the Ballroom Ensemble HERE

GET OUT OF TOWN

Join us for a captivating experience at the Great American Songbook Celebration at the Northwest Jazz Festival on August 24th, featuring the dynamic Jazz at the Ballroom "Get Out Of Town" program. This event showcases classic songs about places and cities that have defined American music for generations. The Konrad Paszkudzki Trio leads this program setting the tone for musical exploration across the United States.

The talented and acclaimed trombonist Rob Edwards joins the trio, delivering spirited performances of classics such as "Route 66" and "Stars Fell on Alabama," transporting listeners to iconic American locales. As the program takes its trip through exciting places, Wyatt Michael, of "The Voice" fame, will take you on a journey through some of America's most beloved cities with his heartfelt interpretations of "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" and "Chicago." Known for his remarkable performances on "The Voice," Wyatt brings a unique blend of charisma and vocal talent that promises to enthrall the audience.

The program culminates with the versatile Adrian Cunningham, who will bring the show to a thrilling close with soulful takes on classic songs such as "Moonlight in Vermont," and the title track, "Get Out Of Town." Each artist adds a distinctive flair to these timeless melodies, celebrating the rich tapestry of places and cities immortalized in the Great American Songbook.

Don't miss this unique “Get Out of Town” celebration of the Great American Songbook at the Northwest Jazz Festival, promising an unforgettable musical journey through classic songs about the places and cities that have shaped American music.