Jul 9, 2024 11:35 AM
Trumpeter, Educator Jim Rotondi Dies at 61
Jim Rotondi, a renowned hard-bop trumpeter, composer and educator, died suddenly on July 7 at a hospital in France. He…
The University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) and Jazz St. Louis will team up for the Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival (GSLJF). The fest will bring jazz masters together April 16–19 with regional students and public audiences for four days at two different venues.
UMSL Jazz Studies Director Jim Widner and guest artists clarinetist Buddy DeFranco, trumpeter Wayne Bergeron, trombonist Paul McKee, and the Shelly Berg Trio with saxophonist Tom Scott, drummer Gregg Field, bassist Chuck Berghofer and the UMSL Jazz Ensemble will participate in the event.
Daytime performances are free and evening programs range from $10–$25.
This festival provides daytime opportunities for more than 750 students from elementary school through college to participate in adjudicated performances. Experienced adjudicators make written comments during their shows and meet with the large ensembles immediately following for a clinic to review their performance and offer suggestions for improvement.
More info: gsljazzfest.com
Jim Rotondi was acclaimed for his wide, round trumpet tone, remarkable virtuosity and assured swing.
Jul 9, 2024 11:35 AM
Jim Rotondi, a renowned hard-bop trumpeter, composer and educator, died suddenly on July 7 at a hospital in France. He…
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