Thursday, June 21, 2012

Louis Armstrong schooled Chris Clifton in Jazz when Clifton was 12. Now 75, Clifton brings Armstrong's music to the Frauenthal of Muskegon, MI. Sat, June 23.

Saturday, June 23, 2012 TCI Productions Presents New Orleans Jazz Legend Trumpeter & Vocalist Chris Clifton

Saturday, June 23, 2012 7:30 PM TCI Productions Presents World Renown New Orleans Jazz Trumpeter and Vocalist Chris Clifton on the Beardsley Stage.

The sounds and feeling of the great LOUIS "SATCHMO" ARMSTRONG will fill the Beardsley Center on Saturday June 23 when New Orleans trumpeter/vocalist CHRIS CLIFTON graces the stage..

The 75 year old Clifton,now an elder statesman of the New Orleans jazz scene met Louis when he was only twelve years old.They became lifelong friends and Clifton performed with Louis and his group on several occasions.

Cliftons show is simply entitled "MEMORIES OF A FREIND" a tribute to LOUIS ARMSTRONG. Joining Clifton on stage will be a cast of all star musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in jazz.

Chris special guests include:

PAUL KELLER.....BASS

PETE SIERS..........DRUMS

GLENN TUCKER...PIANO

JIM WYSE...........CLARINET

CHRIS SMITH......TROMBONE

Tickets $20.00 available at the Frauenthal Box Office 231-727-8001 or StarTickets 800-585-3737. Frauenthal Box Office Hours Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 11 AM - 5:30 PM Box Office Closed Tuesdays.

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