Zeiterion Presents Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band
Led by celebrated vocalist and luminary Julia Keefe, the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band (JKIBB) spotlights a vibrant, long-standing tradition of Indigenous improvised music today, redefining jazz through the lens of heritage and identity.
JKIBB perform pieces from their under-appreciated predecessors in jazz, like Mildred Bailey (Coeur d’Alene) and Jim Pepper (Kaw/Mvskoke), alongside works by contemporary Indigenous composers. They bring charisma, passion, and purpose to every stage – leaving audiences both inspired and educated.
Julia (Nez Perce) and the band quickly gained a reputation for deepening and challenging our understanding of the “uniquely American” art form known as jazz. JKIBB features a ‘who’s who’ of Indigenous bandleaders today and has headlined marquee events including the Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C in 2024.
The Z is pleased to designate the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band performance as a community program! The Pay What You Choose ticket improves access to great artists, like the celebrated vocalist Julia and her ensemble of Native and Indigenous jazz musicians.
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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3531068-0
