In honor of America’s 250-year celebration, the Jamesport Meeting House is proud to host an exclusive concert by East End Jazz, “The Heart of America: Songs of Our Roots,” on Saturday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m. The program explores the foundational music of the American experience, beautifully weaving together soulful blues, spiritual hymns and gospel, and the rich story telling of country music. Under the direction of bassist, arranger and East End Jazz Director Iris Ornig the quartet will perform reimagined, jazz-infused versions of American classics such as “Oh, Susanna,” “Just a Closer Walk With Thee,” “When Johnny Comes Marching Home,” “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” “Michael, Row the Boat Ashore,” “This Land is Your Land” and others. Ms. Ornig describes the selections as, “The rhythmic heartbeat of the history of the United States of America.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear a powerhouse of the finest jazz musicians from New York City and the Hamptons; Lauren Lee on vocals, Taka Otomo at piano, Iris Ornig on bass and arrangements, and Brian Woodruff on drums. Tickets are only $20. Advance purchase is strongly recommended.
