Performance:
Saturday, November 21, 2009: 8:00 p.m.
The Rippingtons, founded in 1986 by Grammy-nominated guitarist Russ Freeman, celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2006. The band has enjoyed tremendous success from the beginning, with their groundbreaking album Moonlighting, which Jazziz magazine voted to be the #1 Most Influential Contemporary Jazz Album of all time.
Over the past two decades, Russ Freeman & The Rippingtons have taken the stage thousands of times throughout the world with just one goal in mind: celebrating the joy of life and music with their ever adoring fans. When you think about contemporary music, there are very few bands that have had the lasting impression and impact that the Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman have had. For over 20 years this band has been delighting audiences all over the world with their distinct, signature sound. Now with their 17th album, Russ Freeman has once again demonstrated why he is one of the true musical innovators in the contemporary jazz genre with Modern Art. Featuring a familiar "cast of characters", Modern Art once again showcases a unique musical style that was created many years ago and still sounds as fresh and new today as it did when they started. Soaring horns, melodic keyboards and driving percussion are all anchored by the intricate guitar styling of Freeman. The album debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top Contemporary Jazz charts.
Tickets on sale now. For more information about The Rippingtons, check out
their website at www.rippingtons.com or watch the clip below.
