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Marcus Roberts & and The Modern Jazz Generation

“We call him the genius of modern piano, because he is.” —Wynton Marsalis

Friday, October 24 at 8 pm $42/$33/$24

Marcus Roberts is famous for his dazzling, virtuosic playing that taps the full range of the jazz piano tradition, from Scott Joplin to Cecil Taylor and beyond. In this performance, Roberts unveils the Modern Jazz Generation, a 12-piece ensemble that features Roberts’ trio mates Jason Marsalis (drums) and Rodney Jordan (bass), Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra trumpeter Marcus Printup, trombonist extraordinaire Ronald Westray, and a number of next-generation jazz greats. The group blasts through an evening-length original composition, Romance, Swing, and the Blues, improvising wildly while maintaining a tight, powerful, and rhythmic sound.

Presented in association with the Office of the Vice President for Human Resources, Diversity and Multicultural Affairs through the UVM President’s Initiative for Diversity.

Sponsored by Media Support from WCAX 

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet

“They raise the bar, and then they jump over it.” —New York Times

Saturday, October 18 at 8 pm $45/$35/$25 

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet combines top global choreographers, groundbreaking works, and virtuoso dancers in an experience that’s “simply breathtaking” (Chicago Sun-Times). For 16 years the company has been a showcase for invention, known for full-throttle dancing and cutting-edge ballet choreography. The group’s 12 dancers move with rugged athleticism and liquid grace, and perform an eclectic repertoire of lively pieces enjoyable for all audiences. Former Joffrey Ballet principal Tom Mossbrucker leads the group as artistic director.

Sponsored by Allen and Bonnie Reid Martin

Media Support from WCAX

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