Battle Royale

Series sponsored by Robert & Jean Faircloth.
Additional support provided by Rus & Jan Boekenheide.

The winners of our fourth annual SWING CENTRAL High School Jazz Band Competition & Workshop, three of the finest high school jazz bands in the country, open the show with the music of Thad Jones, Benny Carter and Johnny Mercer.

Then, prepare yourself for an event of unbridled skill and improvisation. For decades, jazz musicians have pushed the limits of conceptual music: engaging in friendly competition known as "cutting." BATTLE ROYALE pits masters of the art of improv going head-to-head. Selected student musicians from SWING CENTRAL are also featured.

Marcus Roberts Trio vs. The Clayton Bros.
Wycliffe Gordon vs. Andre Hayward
Scotty Barnhart vs. Terrell Stafford
Jeff Clayton vs. Mace Hibbard

Venue: Lucas Theatre for the Arts
Price: $15, 25, 35, 45
Duration: Approx. 1 hour, 50 minutes

See what other SMF performances the following artists are involved in: Barnhart, Scotty | Clayton, Jeff | Gordon, Wycliffe | Roberts, Marcus