New York Jazz Repertory Company
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New York Jazz Repertory Company
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The New York Jazz Repertory Company was a jazz big band ensemble founded in 1974 by George Wein. Wein organized the group to play at the Newport Jazz Festival, which they did for several years. The group had a shifting lineup and had several musical directors. George Russell was its leader for a time, and the group performed some of Russell's compositions during his tenure. Gil Evans also led the group for performances of his own music, in addition to organizing a tribute to Jimi Hendrix. Paul J
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Jazz big band ensemble founded in 1974 by George Wein
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Jazz_Repertory_Company
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2024-04-02T04:46:40Z
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