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CARE Family Series: An Evening of Jazz, History, and Celebration
January 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for the CARE Family Series, a special evening of music, history, and celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Monday, January 13, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Lockport High School Performing Arts Center, located at 250 Lincoln Ave., Lockport, NY.
Enjoy performances by the LHS Advanced Jazz Ensemble, directed by Timothy Martin, featuring pieces like Emancipation Blues by Oliver Nelson and Fables of Faubus by Charles Mingus. The LHS Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed by Robert Pacillo, will perform classics such as Duke Ellington’s Do Nothin’ Till You Hear From Me.
Celebrate the legacy of friendship between Revolutionary War heroes Tadeusz Kosciuszko and Agrippa Hull in a moving portrayal by Charles Everhart and Carlton Van Pyrz. Experience the inspiring story of Madam C.J. Walker, brought to life by Mary Craig.
The evening concludes with a powerful performance by Joyce Carolyn & Ensemble (Buffalo’s First Lady of Song), featuring beloved songs like Precious Lord and We Shall Overcome.
Don’t miss this inspiring event highlighting the intersection of jazz, history, and the arts. Free and open to the public! For more information, contact theatreworkshop@villa.edu.
