Write a commentThe final #JazzbyTheLake of the Spring schedule showcases Monk Rowe's Five Families Ensemble on Friday, April 17 at 7:30pm; doors open at 7.
“The Five Families Ensemble gave us a world tour that was exquisite, a stellar performance filled with great musicianship, a brilliantly subtle educational component, and a set filled with humor and fun”, Frank Malfitano, Director, Syracuse Jazz Festival.
Directed by Monk Rowe, The Five Families Ensemble stretches the boundaries of traditional chamber ensemble combining sounds from each of four instrument groups, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings with the fifth contribution from the human voice. Their repertoire is arranged specifically for the group and ranges from Beethoven to Brubeck to the blues as well as original compositions. The Five Families Ensemble appeals to all ages by combining stellar musicianship with an engaging and welcoming attitude.
Members of The Five Families Ensemble include Monk Rowe (woodwinds and keyboards), Scott Rutledge (trumpet, flugelhorn, and vocals), Elizabeth Ingersoll (violin and vocals), Kristen Kopf (cello and baritone saxophone) and Evan DuChene (percussion). Visit https://www.monkrowe.com/ for more information.
The show, curated by David Kaspar, is made possible through the Music Hall’s Guest Curator program, whereby new programs are introduced outside the regular concert series representing demographics and artistic genre not typical in Music Hall programming.
Tickets are on sale online now at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/ ($17-20; college/high school students w/ID $10, ages 5 - 16 are half price, and under 5 are free), or at the rivers end Bookstore, 19 W. Bridge St., Oswego, although you may be able to get tickets at the door if it is not sold out. The community is encouraged to buy tickets early to ensure a seat. Tickets purchased at the door and all refreshments are cash or check only.
The wheelchair accessible venue is located in the McCrobie Civic Center, on 41 Lake Street in Oswego. It is adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and the Oswego Harbor. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Light refreshments will be available at reasonable prices.
Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers since its inception in 1977. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks — from event support to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at ocpaoswego@gmail.com.
Find more information online at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, on Facebook, or email ocpaoswego@gmail.com.
This is a presentation of The Ontario Center for the Performing Arts Guest Curator program. It is made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the governor and New York Legislature. Other major supporters are the City of Oswego and Shineman Foundation.
