Celebrating its 11th season as the Conservatory's resident jazz faculty sextet, We Six presents their 2012-2013 concert series, featuring their signature straight-ahead style.
With continued funding from the Eric D. Batterman Memorial Grant, We Six welcomes Grammy Award winning Brian Lynch on trumpet and Alex Hoffman on tenor saxophone May 2, 2013.
All concerts are held in the Helen Bader Recital Hall at 1584 North Prospect Avenue.
Photo: Greg Mouloudji
Eric Jacobson: trumpet | Eric Schoor: tenor saxophone
Paul Silbergleit: guitar | Mark Davis: piano | Jeff Hamann: bass | David Bayles: drums
2012-2013 Season
Concerts at 7:30pm unless otherwise noted
Indestructible: The Music of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers
Thursday, October 4, 2012 | 7:30pm
This concert pays tribute to a seminal jazz group that defined the hard bop sound. Led by drumming legend Blakey, the band featured a shifting roster of some of the greatest names in jazz composition, such as Bobby Timmons, Benny Golson, Wayne Shorter, and Cedar Walton, launching many of the genre's most memorable tunes.
Presented in Honor of Andrew Traxel
Complimentary Parking available at Milwaukee Eye Care, 1684 N. Prospect Ave., located one block north of the Conservatory.
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Ties of Love: The Music of Buddy Montgomery
with guest artist Brian Lynch, trumpet
Thursday, November 15, 2012 | 7:30pm
| Having resided in Milwaukee throughout most of the 1970's, Buddy's local ties and influence run deep. We Six will perform the compositions of this amazing pianist and vibraphonist who was the youngest of a musical family that included jazz guitar icon Wes Montgomery. |
| SOLD OUT! |
Valet Parking: $10
Complimentary Parking available at Milwaukee Eye Care, 1684 N. Prospect Ave., located one block north of the Conservatory. |
All Our Own
Thursday, February 7, 2013 | 7:30pm
| Our annual showcase program featuring original compositions and arrangements by members of We Six. |
Tickets
General Admission Tickets: $22.00
Tickets for this concert are no longer available for purchase online.
Please call 414/276-5760 or purchase at the door. |
Student Tickets: $12.00 at Door (ID required; please call 414/276-5760 reserve in advance)
WCM Student Tickets: Free (please call 414/276-5760 reserve in advance)
Valet Parking: $10
Complimentary Parking available at Milwaukee Eye Care, 1684 N. Prospect Ave., located one block north of the Conservatory. |
The Wonder of Stevie
Thursday, March 21, 2013 | 7:30pm
The music of Stevie Wonder, reaching millions of fans across boundaries of style, has long been noted for it's jazz-influenced sound. Join We Six as they deliver full-blown instrumental jazz renditions of the great popular composer's songs.
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| SOLD OUT! |
Valet Parking: $10
Complimentary Parking available at Milwaukee Eye Care, 1684 N. Prospect Ave., located one block north of the Conservatory. |
We Six Trio with Brian Lynch and Alex Hoffman
Thursday, May 2, 2013 | 7:30pm
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Brian Lynch, trumpet; Alex Hoffman, tenor saxophone; Mark Davis, piano; Jeff Hamann, bass; David Bayles, drums
The We Six Trio welcomes Grammy Award winner Brian Lynch on trumpet and Alex Hoffman on tenor saxophone for a special night of jazz in the Helen Bader Recital Hall. |
Tickets
General Admission Tickets: $22.00
$1 per Ticket Service Fee Appiles
or
Call 414/276-5760 to order |
Student Tickets: $12.00 at Door (ID required; please call 414/276-5760 reserve in advance)
WCM Student Tickets: Free (please call 414/276-5760 reserve in advance)
Valet Parking: $10
Complimentary Parking available at Milwaukee Eye Care, 1684 N. Prospect Ave., located one block north of the Conservatory. |
Subscription Tickets
We Six Series Subscription Tickets are no longer available.
Please purchase tickets for each concert by clicking on the BUY ONLINE buttons above
or call 414/276-5760 to order.
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