C STREET BRASS—The band from left: Kyle Anderson (Trumpet), Scott Nadelson (Trumpet), Gabriel Coby (Trombone), Eric Damashiek (French Horn) and Hakeem Bilal (Bass Trombone). (Photos by Rossano P. Stewart)
A wonderful Birthday Bash was held for the late Billy Strayhorn at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty. STYLE & GRACE—Singer Spanky Wilson with her smooth touch lays it down easy with Tony DePaolis on bass.
A mild, late fall evening during this holiday season, made a comfortable atmosphere for a look back at the big band era once again. HERE’S TO YOU, BILLY—From left: Alex Bard, KST managing director; Desire Lee, KST community engagement specialist; band leader Roger Humphries; and Andrew Lee with his daughter, Audra Lee.
The KST presented the annual “Suit Life 7 Live” with performances by Roger Humphries RH Factor & Friends and special guest singer Spanky Wilson. There was an opening performance by the band, C Street Brass. SMOOTH JAZZ CREW—From left: Nancy and Bill Lattishaw and Judge Justin Johnson TANIA GRUBBS Emcee
