Louis Armstrong House Museum will honor Wynton Marsalis and Morgan Stanley at their annual gala on June 18.
The gala will honor Marsalis, a Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, bandleader and educator, recognized for his artistry, leadership, and impact as well as his dedication to preserving and advancing jazz. Morgan Stanley will also be honored for its longstanding commitment to supporting culture, education and community engagement.
The evening will bring together friends, supporters and jazz lovers for a celebration featuring a live performance by acclaimed jazz artists including Bruce Harris, Jon-Erik Kellso, Wycliffe Gordon, Evan Arntzen, Russell Hall, Ricky Riccardi and Herlin Riley. Additionally, this year’s gala while supporting the legacy and future of the Louis Armstrong House Museum. This year also marks the centennial celebration of Louis Armstrong’s Hot Fives, honoring their legacy while supporting the legacy and future of the Louis Armstrong House Museum.
“We are so humbled and honored to celebrate Wynton Marsalis this upcoming evening,” said Executive Director Regina Bain. Thank you to Morgan Stanley for their support of our ambitious initiatives and helping ensure that Armstrong’s legacy remains vibrant for generations to come. We look forward to sharing our Armstrong in Ghana exhibition and celebrating the centennial of The Hot Fives with you all.”
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On October 1, Louis Armstrong in Ghana will open as the newest exhibition at the museum. This multinational exhibition and music exchange commemorates the 70th anniversary of Armstrong’s initial concert tour to Accra, Ghana. The exhibition, accompanying performances and educational workshops of Armstrong in Ghana will explore Armstrong’s legacy as he toured his music throughout the world.
This past fall, the Mayor and Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner announced the Louis Armstrong House Museum in Queens, NY as one of five new members of the city’s Cultural Institutions Group (CIG). These five new groups will receive subsidies for operations and energy costs, as well as capital investment from the city.
More information and tickets for the gala are available here.
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