Legendary jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Ken Peplowski will present a one-day concert at the David Rockefeller Creative Arts Center, celebrating the spirit and rich history of jazz. In partnership with the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Peplowski will bring together a talented lineup of local and national musicians; artists include Randy Brecker, Ada Rovatti, Ehud Asherie, Peter Washington, Willie Jones III, Rossano Sportiello, Bruce Harris, Mariel Bildstein, and Brianna Thomas.  Performers will honor the timeless brilliance of legendary artists with sets featuring Brazilian jazz, music from the swing and big band era, contemporary jazz, and music by Louis Armstrong and Benny Goodman. Food trucks will be on site with food for purchase.

This performance will be held during Upstate Art Weekend – an annual event celebrating the cultural vibrancy of upstate New York through events and open exhibitions – and is presented in partnership with the Rockefeller Bothers Fund’s Culpeper Arts & Culture Program as part of the Culpeper Summer Performance Series. 

About the Artist:

Ken Peplowski has performed in small clubs, the Hollywood Bowl, Las Vegas, the Newport Jazz Festival, and on numerous soundtracks and records. Ken has collaborated with musicians including Mel Torme, Leon Redbone, Charlie Byrd, Peggy Lee, George Shearing, and Madonna. He has served as artistic director on jazz festivals and cruises. His latest albums include “Live at Mezzrow” and “Unheard Bird.”

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