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The World Famous
Count Basie Orchestra
Directed by Bill Hughes
Thursday, May 22   7:30 PM
$15, $20, $25

Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust

Winner of 17 Grammy Awards! 

In his 80 year life span, William “Count” Basie so expanded and elevated the art form of jazz that his legacy is regarded as “an American Institution” by modern music’s connoisseurs worldwide.  The Count Basie Band began to form at the Reno Club in Kansas City in 1935.  One of the band’s shows at the Reno Club was broadcast and the announcer dubbed Basie as “Count Basie” to compete with other bandleaders such as Duke Ellington.  In addition to these broadcasts giving Basie his new name, recording executive John Hammond also heard one of the broadcasts and convinced a booking agency to take on the band.  The Count Basie Orchestra began to slowly obtain acclaim. Today, many musicians consider The Count Basie Orchestra to be a model for “ensemble rhythmic conception and tonal balance.”  During the 1930’s, the band’s lightness and precision set the tone for modern jazz accompanying style. 

The Orchestra today is comprised of 19 performers under the direction of famed trombonist Bill Hughes, bringing you a memorable night of music with a big band flavor.  They are in demand for television and films, have won every respected jazz poll in the world at least once, and continue to accumulate awards and special recognitions.

The Count Basie Orchestra Online!

Golden Dragon Acrobats
from China
Tuesday, July 15   7PM
$22, Children age 12 & under $10

Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust

The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company of today.  The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form.  World renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.  Great for the whole family!

Golden Dragon Acrobats Online!

 

"Weird Al" Yankovic
"Straight Outta Lynwood" 2008 Tour
Saturday, July 26   8PM
$32, $40, $48

Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust

Straight Outta Lynwood debuted at #10 on the billboard album charts, giving Al his very first Top 10 album ever!  White & Nerdy erupted on the Billboard singles charts at #28 (as the "Hot Shot Debut") and then rocketed to #9 the next week, making it Al's first Top 10 single.  "Weird Al" and his band feature parodies of Chamillionaire, Green Day, Usher, R. Kelly, Taylor Hicks, and other hot artists and thems in this can't-be-missed summer concert!

"Weird Al" Online!

Edwin McCain Acoustic Trio
Wednesday, August 6 7:30PM
$22.50 in advance,
$25 at the door

Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust

Blending equal parts folk, soul and rock, platinum-selling singer/songwriter Edwin McCain garnered the attention of millions with the Top 10 smash I'll Be and the Top 40 hit I Could Not Ask For More.  He has a romantic soul and a way of investing life’s everyday moments with a poetry all his own.   “I take whatever happens to me between records and spend time thinking and feeling it through, and then I draw on the lessons I’ve learned and try to find the music in it,” McCain says.  It’s the same method he’s used since he first picked up a guitar and decided he wanted to be a wandering troubadour.  His blend of southern soul and acoustic storytelling is highlighted in this intimate concert. 

Edwin McCain Online!

An Evening with
Colin Mochrie &
Brad Sherwood
Saturday, September 20   8PM
$45, $50

Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust and Yellow Book

They're back, by popular demand!  Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, stars of the Emmy nominated Whose Line Is It Anyway? have teamed up to present an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy.

Using their quick wit, Colin and Brad take contributions from the audience to create hilarious and original scenes... just like a live version of Whose Line!  Throughout the evening, the show becomes truly interactive as audience members are called to the stage to participate in the fun.  Their high-profile presentations have played to sold-out venues all over the country.  Don't miss the most exciting comedy event of the year!

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood Online!

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