Jazz Legend Chico Hamilton Performs @ Jazz Gallery, NYC, 12.08
(Published: December 01, 2009)

NEA Jazz Master Chico Hamilton @ Jazz Gallery 12.08.2009
Presented by the Franklin & Marshall College Alumni Association


WHAT: 88-year old jazz legend/band leader/percussionist Foreststorn "Chico" Hamilton celebrates his latest album Twelve Tones of Love. Described as being "more creative and artistic than ever" (Hot House Jazz), Chico is considered one of the most important living jazz artists and composers. Despite being an octogenarian, he continues to compose music, release albums, tour regionally, and work with artists more than half his age. To view video trailer and listen to Twelve Tones of Love tracks, visit www.myspace.com/chicohamilton.

WHO: NEA Jazz Master Chico Hamilton with his quintet Euphoria (Paul Ramsey/bass; Evan Schwam/sax; Jeremy Carlstedt/percussion; Nick Demopoulus/guitar).

WHEN: Tuesday, December 8th @ 7:30pm & 9:30pm.

WHERE: Jazz Gallery. 290 Hudson Street (just below Spring), NYC, 10013. Train: 1 to Houston; C/E to Spring.

HOW: $15/$10 Members. To purchase, contact Jazz Gallery at 212.242.1063.

To learn more about Chico, visit http://www.myspace.com/chicohamilton.

More Information: http://www.myspace.com/chicohamilton

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