The Lenfest Center for the Arts
SonoKlect presents The Music of Royce Campbell with the Vosbein Magee Big Band
SonoKlect Series
The Music of Royce Campbell with the Vosbein Magee Big Band
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 8 pm
Wilson Concert Hall
Wilson Hall/Lenfest Center
No tickets are required.
Experience the mastery of Royce Campbell, a titan among jazz guitarists and composers, in an electrifying concert that transcends boundaries. Revered by icons like Quincy Jones, who said that "every note Royce Campbell plays is perfect," and Henry Mancini, who offered Campbell a coveted spot in his touring ensemble for two decades, "Campbell's virtuosity is unparalleled."
Having shared stages and studios with legends like Marvin Gaye, Mel Tormé, James Moody, Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughn, Jack McDuff, Ray Brown, Dave Brubeck, Joe Williams, Cleo Laine, Gerry Mulligan, Rosemary Clooney and Mose Allison, Campbell's musical journey is rich with collaboration and innovation. Now, join him for an unforgettable evening showcasing his original compositions, brilliantly arranged for big band by the esteemed Carroll DeCamp, Royce's own uncle.
Accompanied by the dynamic Vosbein Magee Big Band, immerse yourself in the soul-stirring melodies and masterful improvisations of Royce Campbell, an experience that promises to ignite your passion for jazz and leave you spellbound.Campbell is one of the few truly special guitarists left in jazz.
~American Jazz Symposium
Every note Royce Campbell plays is perfect.
~Quincy Jones
Royce Campbell is the most melodic soloist on any instrument in jazz today ~Jazz News
In 2010, Royce Campbell was inducted into the Hall of Fame by the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation.