On April 13, The S.C. Jazz Masterworks Ensemble will be joined by the highly acclaimed New York Voices for a special performance at the Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College. The Ensemble, an 18-piece big jazz band, boasts some of the region’s top performers and is known for its powerful demonstration of modern jazz music.
New York Voices is a Grammy Award-winning jazz vocal group that has earned national acclaim for their excellence in jazz and group singing. Their repertoire spans classic pop songs to contemporary adaptations from the jazz and pop genres. Their style is expected to complement that of the S.C. Jazz Masterworks Ensemble seamlessly.
The Masterworks Ensemble’s founder and artistic director Dr. Robert Gardiner noted that the upcoming performance will feature a mix of audience favorites and unexpected musical selections. “New York Voices has a wide pallet of music for us to play,” Gardiner said, citing examples like “Orange Colored Sky”, “Sing, Sing, Sing” from the lineup. But he also alluded to some surprising inclusions such as pieces by Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ by Queen to close the show.
Gardiner, who founded the Masterworks Ensemble in 2018, believes that this performance will draw much-needed attention to the jazz scene in South Carolina. Considering the region’s relatively subdued jazz profile, Gardiner noted that many touring groups tend to perform in the northeast and then proceed directly to Florida, bypassing South Carolina. He further emphasized the Ensemble’s objective to proliferate and solidify a jazz audience base in the region.
Gardiner also expressed his excitement about performing with distinguished jazz artists. He noted the electrifying experience of performing alongside globally renowned artists who excel in their craft. “Yes, we’re trying to present music to our audience at the highest level, but it’s also a lot of fun for me,” said Gardiner.
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