Prime Time Big Band is thrilled to announce international trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzutti as their first special guest performer for their 13th season of Saturday brunch concerts at Ironwood Stage & Grill.
As both a jazz and classical artist, Vizzutti is a global trumpet superstar who has appeared as guest soloist on the big stages of more than 60 countries.
He performs with symphony orchestras, in recital, on television and in jazz venues around the world, playing with a huge variety of music stars–Chick Corea, Doc Severinsen, Chuck Mangione, the late Woody Herman–the list goes on and on. His soaring trumpet sound can be heard on more than 150 movie and game soundtracks, including Star Trek, Back to the Future, Halo and Medal of Honor.
Prime Time Big Band has played with Vizzutti on two other occasions: the Calgary Philharmonic’s Big Band Tonight concert two years ago, and the International Trumpet Guild Conference at the Banff Centre in 2008. “Those were highly memorable events and we are planning to make this next show one that will leave the audience dazzled long after it is over,” says bandleader Dave Jones.
With Prime Time, Vizzutti will be joining some of the best jazz musicians in western Canada. Founded 20 years ago, the band’s roster is comprised of most of Calgary’s veteran jazz players, including WCMA Heritage Award winner, trumpeter Al Muirhead, along with younger established professionals.
Special event pricing is $40 General admission, $25 Students & 17 years and under. Doors at noon; music 2 – 4 p.m. Reservations recommended: 403-269-5581 and reservations@ironwoodstage.ca.
More information from www.primetimebigband.com and http://www.vizzutti.com
$40 General admission, $25 Students & 17 years and under