What is Big Ears?
Big Ears is a creative collaboration between New York drummer/composer John Hollenbeck and a dozen of Philadelphia's most extraordinary jazz musicians, facilitated by Painted Bride Art Center.
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Featured Performance
The Philadelphia Compositions
03/06/20097pm and 9pm
Following months of collaboration, after intensive creative conversations, inspired wanderings, and careful revisions, John Hollenbeck and a dozen of Philadelphia’s finest musicians unveil their repertoire of original new work. The works presented will surely represent the diversity of these remarkable artists and Hollenbeck’s legendary compositional voice. Big Ears concludes in a single evening of music; [...]
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“Meet the Artists”
01/15/2009TBA
This winter, we’ll visit three venues throughout the city to hear Big Ears artists perform some of their own work. Discover the sites and people that make our city a great home for jazz. You’ll have the chance to personally engage with the artists, enjoy the company of regular Bride audiences, and connect with new [...]
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Witness the Process
01/10/2009
Open Residency Session
Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 11:30am - 1:30pm
After a week of intensive collaboration, John Hollenbeck and the Philadelphia musicians will open their residency to the public. Get a sneak peak at the compositions and watch the musicians at work during this open lunchtime session. Attendance is free, [...]
