Smithsonian Jazz Sextet - Tribute to the Poll-Winners - Video Stream Concert from MCG Jazz

This concert features music from Johnny Hodges, Barney Kessel, Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, and others. All of whom were annual Downbeat Magazine “Poll Winners” in the 1950s and 1960s. Each musician in the sextet narrates a brief historical context for their instrument and musical selection.

Charlie Young – Saxophone; Chuck Redd – Vibes; Tony Nalker – Piano; Marty Ashby – Guitar; Paul Thompson – Bass; Ken Kimery – Drums

Original concert date: Saturday, June 2, 2018

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