The Billy Strayhorn Project Presents: Billy Strayhorn's 100th Birthday

Sun, Nov 29, 2015 at 7:30pm

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8:00pm ⎮ Doors at 7:30pm

Tickets: $15

The Billy Strayhorn Project presents HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY BILLY STRAYHORN, a celebration of the life and music of William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn (November 29, 1915 – May 31, 1967), the American jazz arranger, composer, lyricist, pianist, and humanitarian, best known for his three decade long collaboration with Duke Ellington. Featuring Tyrone Brown (lead vocals), Nate Omdal (music director and bass), Michael Owcharuk (piano), Jacques Willis (drums), and special guests playing original arrangements from the Billy Strayhorn songbook such as "Take the 'A' Train," "Chelsea Bridge," and "Lush Life.”  

Please note: Tickets do not guarantee seating during shows at the Royal Room. For sold out shows standing room may be the only available space. Please come early to ensure you get a table. Reservations can be made for those who are coming for dinner as well as the show. The Royal Room is all ages until 10pm.


Royal Room

5000 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118