Saxophonist, flautist, NEA Jazz Master, and American institution James Moody teams up with the star-studded Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, co-led by Clarence Acox and Michael Brockman, to explore the rich history of Moody's work.

Born in Savannah, Georgia and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Moody took up the alto saxophone as teenager. In 1946, he joined the seminal Dizzy Gillespie Big Band, during which time he developed his improvisational skills and composed an impressive repertoire of work. He also appeared regularly with and wrote music for Miles Davis, Lionel Hampton, Benny Carter, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Stitt, and Oscar Peterson, among many other jazz luminaries.

Consistently ranked as one of the leading jazz artists of our time, Moody's compositions reflect a resonance and wit that honor his bebop roots while blazing new musical paths. Today he is considered one of the most expressive and enduring figures in modern jazz.

This event is supported by NEA Jazz Masters Live, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

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