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BLACK CLASSICAL ORIGINS PROGRAM: TRIBUTE TO ELLA FITZGERALD
October 1, 2022
7:00PM | THE WHITING AUDITORIUM
Damien Sneed - Special Guest, conductor
Patti Austin, vocalist
Joined by FSO Musicians
Enjoy jazz classics from “The First Lady of Song” performed by Grammy award-winning vocalist, Patti Austin. This tribute concert will evoke memories of beloved Ella Fitzgerald tunes such as “Satin Doll,”“Too Close for Comfort” and more!
Sponsored by Bruin Club of Genesee County, Elga Credit Union, Hamilton Community Health Clinic, Mott Community College, Mr. & Mrs. Dallas C. Dort
Join us immediately following the concert for the closing party and celebration of September Spectacular. Contact the Ticket Center for more information on purchasing tickets.
Patti Austin vocalist
Grammy award-winning Patti Austin has performed and recorded with Paul Simon, Michael Jackson, and George Benson, among others. In 2002 she released For Ella, featuring 11 of Ella's most popular songs and an original tribute song. Patti holds an Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music.
Major funding for the Flint Institute of Music is provided by Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Learn more at Mott.org.
This program and/or service is funded in whole or in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage funds. Your tax dollars are at work.
This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS.