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Paul Keller Orchestra on BackStage Pass | Ep. 703

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Rachel Tang
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WKAR-MSU
Paul Keller Orchestra

Big-band jazz from Ann Arbor featuring originals, classics and vocalist Sarah D'Angelo. WATCH NOW

Bassist and composer Paul Keller heads up this big band from Ann Arbor, featuring originals, classics and the obscure from across the history of jazz. Highlights include "That Old Black Magic" with vocalist Sarah D'Angelo, and the straight-ahead player showcase, "PK's Tempo."

Recorded at Lansing JazzFest 2015 in the capital city's historic Old Town district.

Watch it at video.wkar.orgafter first air

Ep. 703 first air 4/29/16

Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded a grant of $18,000 in support of BackStage Pass from WKAR. The award comes with a challenge to match the MCACA funds with individual contributions.  It's easy to Add Your Support Here.

BackStage Pass is supported in part by
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs
National Endowment for the Arts

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