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The Edge of Jazz

Tue / Jan 15, 2019 - 8:00PM

The perceived borders between jazz, classical, and improvised music disappear in a night powered by the imagination of Herbie Hancock, our Creative Chair for Jazz.

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About this Performance

Herbie Hancock highlights new works from some of the most important and forward-thinking composers currently working at the border between improvisational and compositional music.

All pieces performed by the LA Phil New Music Group, with appearances from Billy Childs and Hitomi Oba. 

Fluxus Festival Activation
What: Ben PATTERSON Variations for Double Bass (at intermission)
Where: WDCH Lobby
Ben Patterson’s Variations for Double Bass will be viewable in the WDCH Lobby at intermission for this concert.
Learn more about Fluxus Festival. In collaboration with the Getty Research Institute

Enhance Your Experience
Upbeat Live with Paolo Bortolameolli – 7pm
Before the concert, some of the sharpest musical minds around – including members of the LA Phil – guide you through the evening’s music, complete with a Q&A session for any lingering questions. This free event is held in BP Hall, accessible after your ticket is scanned.

Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability subject to change.