Jason Marsalis presents the Ellis Marsalis Songbook with Christien Bold
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Jason Marsalis leads a deep dive into the Ellis Marsalis songbook on Friday, framing his father’s compositions with his sharp vibraphone touch and a rhythm section that swings with purpose. Vocalist Christien Bold adds color and narrative to the melodies Ellis penned. It is a focused, familial tribute delivered in two seatings, 7:30 and 9:30, with room for improvisation inside each tune.
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Jason Marsalis presents the songbook of Ellis MarsalisJason Marsalis is the youngest son of piano patriarch and jazz luminary Ellis Marsalis Jr. Upon the presentation of their NEA Jazz Masters Award in 2011, The Marsalis were declared Americas First Family of Jazz. In addition to his renown as a drummer, Jason is also a respected vibraphonist whose 2018 release Melody Reimagined with his 21st Century Trad Band rose swiftly to the top of the Billboard jazz chart. With a fire in his heart and a passion for the music, his will to swing has never been more resolute. The maturity and the command Jason possesses over his music is clearly evident to those who have heard or seen him. Tonight, Jason presents the song book of his father, the late, great Ellis Marsalis and is joined by Jazz vocalists Christien Bold.Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pmDoors at 7:00pm & 9:00pmRestaurant is Open 5pm - 11pm for dinner before or after your showtime:Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservations for the Dining Room online via OpenTable.com ! Advance Ticket-Holders can also make table reservations for dinner by forwarding your e-ticket confirmation with dinner request info to reservations@snugjazz.com after your tickets have been purchased online. Dinner Service without Advance Concert Tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival.Kind Reminder: Snug Harbor does NOT serve the full menu inside the Music Room. We do offer cheese and charcuterie tray options. In order to preserve the integrity, quiet and focus of our world class intimate concerts, only the charcuterie, cocktails and soft drinks are available for table service inside the Music Room. However, we encourage you to arrive at least 90 Minutes prior to your showtime in order to enjoy full, relaxing dinner service in the Dining Room right next door, before getting seated in the Music Room for your ticketed showtime.