The Milford Arts Council will host its inaugural Jazz’n Downtown at the Parsons Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Milford on Oct. 3.
Jazz powerhouse Wycliffe Gordon will join acclaimed vocalist and actress Tina Fabrique for a tribute to two legendary voices of jazz.
An award-winning trombonist, composer, arranger and bandleader, Gordon brings his signature energy and musicianship to the stage. Fabrique, celebrated for her acclaimed portrayal of Ella Fitzgerald in ELLA, brings the legendary singer’s spirit and artistry to life.
Together, they’ll close out Jazz’n Downtown with a celebration of jazz icons Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald.
The show begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m. The auditorium is located at 53 W. Main St.
The show with Gordon and Fabrique is one among many that will take place throughout the day around Milford on Oct. 3.
Three other stages at the Parsons plaza patio, the Stonebridge Restaurant patio and Lisman Landing will feature numerous jazz artists.
The lineup includes Grammy Award winner Zaccai Curtis, saxophonist Jimmy Greene, female-led brass band the Bass Queens and emerging jazz artist Anton Kot, among others.
For information and tickets, go to jazzndowntown.org.