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Artist Q+A: José James, Jazz Singer for the Hip-Hop Generation
Check out our new Q & A with the "jazz singer for the hip-hop generation," José James. We wanted to know how how his sound has evolved over the years, what his new album is about, who inspires him, and more!
Celebrate Veteran's Day at the CCA!
Each year, Chandler Center for the Arts presents The Jazz Ambassadors for the US Army Field Band in celebration of Veteran's Day. This free, annual tradition will be livestreamed this year so that the performance will be accessible from anywhere, to anyone, to watch over the holiday weekend. Go to chandlercenter.org/veteransday to watch the live performance.
Artist Interview: GRAMMY-Nominated Violinist Daniela Padrón
Recently, staff had the chance to interview Venezuelan violinist Daniela Padrón. We talked to her about how she got started on her career path and what attendees can expect at her upcoming intimate performance on Sunday, November 19, in the Hal Bogle Theatre.
Artist Q+A: Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini
Exclusive Q + A with Pink Martini's unstoppable bandleader and pianist, Thomas Lauderdale. We wanted to know how Pink Martini came to be, what he is listening to right now, and if there is anything exciting coming up in the band's 29th year!
Artist Q+A: JR McAlexander & Seth Reines
Music Director JR McAlexander and Artistic Director M. Seth Reines were kind enough to give us a bit of time this week to tell us about the details and behind the scenes of their upcoming production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast: Live in Concert—What makes this production different from the Broadway Musical, how they picked their cast, and what someone should expect when going to see the show!