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2014-15 KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA SEASON

Please join The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra as we begin our
second decade of presenting the very best of Big Band Jazz. We
promise to keep a song in your heart and a swing in your step!

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“ONE O’CLOCK JUMP!”
EVOLUTION OF THE BIG BAND
Friday, October 3, 2014 – 8 PM
The KCJO and guest artist Hal Melia will take the audience on a “swinging
musical journey” featuring the unforgettable music of Count Basie, Jay McShann,
Benny Goodman, Fletcher Henderson, Tommy Dorsey (and many others).

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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
featuring the internationally-acclaimed vocal ensemble
THE NEW YORK VOICES!
Tuesday, December 9, 2014 – 7 PM (early show)
Keep your yule cool and join us for exciting big band and vocal arrangements of
your favorite Christmas and holiday songs with special guests, New York Voices.

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“AS TIME GOES BY”
THE KANSAS CITY JAZZORCHESTRA GOES HOLLYWOOD!
Friday, February 27, 2015 – 8 PM
A concert worthy of an Academy Award! You’ll find yourself “Over The Rainbow” in Helzberg Hall when The KCJO performs new arrangements of the best music ever written for motion pictures.

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“KENTON AT THE KAUFFMAN!”
A TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY STAN KENTON ORCHESTRA
Friday, April 17, 2015 – 8 PM
When the legacy of the big band is discussed, the great Stan KentonOrchestra is
always a topic ofadmiration. Join The KCJO as we perform such Kenton classics as
“Peanut Vendor,” “Street of Dreams,” “Eager Beaver,” and “Artistry in Rhythm.”

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IMPORTANT DATES:
Season Ticket renewal now thru June 16th
New Season Ticket purchases starting June 16th
Single Tickets will be available starting July 16th

For All Ticket Requests, please call the Kauffman Center
Box Office 816-994-7222 or www.kauffmancenter.org

Any other questions, please call our office at 913-381-2711 or email KCJazzOrch@att.net

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