WCU Criterions Concert
- LocationEmilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall
- DescriptionEvent Name: ENS Crites (Ragonese)
Event Locator: 2024-ADBSCFWest Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents...
Criterions Jazz Ensemble; Jonathan Ragonese, directorHomecoming: Alexander Claffy Quartet
featuring Seamus Blake, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Dave Kikoski and the Criterions Jazz EnsembleBorn and raised in West Chester, bassist Alexander Claffy has become one of the most sought-after creative artists on the international scene. Alex has become a constant on the New York scene. He has performed and recorded with Jimmy Cobb, Louis Hayes, Harold Mabern, Kurt Rosenwinkel and others. He brings with him a high-profile international ensemble with saxophonist Seamus Blake, pianist Dave Kikoski and luminary of the drums, Jeff “Tain” Watts.
The Criterions Jazz Ensemble performs a variety of big band traditional and contemporary jazz literature. Besides concerts at West Chester University, the ensemble often plays at nearby high schools and participates in jazz festivals in the tri-state area.
More Information: wcupa.edu/music/ensembles
Free and Open to the Public
Tickets Not RequiredEmilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall
Philips Memorial Building
700 S. High St
West Chester, PA 19383
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