This Wednesday, September 14th, The Jazz Gallery is proud to present a special concert celebrating guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli’s 90th birthday. Pizzarelli has had a long and storied career, performing as a member of the Tonight Show Band with Doc Severinson, touring with Benny Goodman, performing multiple times at the White House, and releasing many acclaimed records as a leader and co-leader. He continues to be a true jazz ambassador and “keeper of the flame”—his playing continues to shine a light on the enduring influence of guitarists like Django Reinhardt and Freddy Green.
For his special birthday celebration, Pizzarelli has convened a guitar-army of close friends, including Gene Bertoncini, Jack Wilkins, and Ed Laub, as well as saxophonist Harry Allen. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a true jazz master in such an intimate space. (more…)