Celebrating the African Roots of Jazz
Featuring the Teddy Adams Sextet with Vocals by Huxsie Scott
FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT
May 20, 2023 | 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Savannah African Art Museum
201 East 37th Street
Savannah, Georgia 31401
On May 20, 2023 from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, the Savannah African Art Museum will be hosting world-renowned jazz trombonist Teddy Adams and his sextet of talented local artists for a free outdoor concert titled “African Rhythms To American Treasures: Celebrating The African Roots Of Jazz”.
Teddy Adams will be joined by the members of his jazz sextet Eric Jones on piano, Marc Chesanow on bass, Robert Saunders on drums, Calvin Barnes on saxophone, Kirk Lee on trumpet and flugelhorn, along with songstress Huxsie Scott on vocals.
Attendees will have the opportunity enjoy self-guided tours of the West African exhibits inside the museum for the duration of the concert.
The Sweet Spice food truck will also be on-site for guests to purchase food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Jazz trombonist, Teddy Adams
Jazz and Blues Vocalist, Huxsie Scott
Additional Event Information
PARKING
There will only be street parking for this event as the concert and food truck will be stationed in the museum’s parking area.
ALCOHOL
This is a family-friendly and all-ages event so alcoholic beverages will not be permitted.
SEATING
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding chairs. Limited priority seating will be available on a first come basis for seniors and disabled members of our community.
For any additional questions contact the Savannah African Art Museum
For media requests contact Lesley Francis Public Relations
To access photos taken the day of the event use the following link or click on the camera icon to the right.
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