“Genealogy: A Celebration of Jazz Tradition and Legacy” CD release. Her grandfather was boogie-woogie pianist Albert Ammons, her uncle, Gene “Jug” Ammons, was a tenor sax titan who played with Billy Eckstine, Woody Herman and Sonny Stitt. Ammons studied classical music and opera before the pull of jazz and blues became too strong. Her new album, “Genealogy,” includes tunes recorded by Gene and Albert, songs by some of her favorite artists, and styles ranging from blues to Bach. –Pamela Espeland
Sunday, August 4th at 7pm ($20/15) CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
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