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Heels will be tapping along to swing music played by Harvard’s Sunday Jazz Band. Playing big band, the concert will follow the evolution of swing through the years. The program includes pieces by famed artists Joe Garland and Thad Jones. Harvard University Band. Tickets $5. Harvard Box Office (617) 496-2222. 8 p.m. Lowell Lecture Hall. 17 Kirkland Street...
Recounting the last few months in the life of Wendal Bailey, an African-American bisexual jazz musician in the 30s, “Before It Hits Home” explores the issues of AIDS, family relationships, and sexuality. Returning home to recover from AIDS, Bailey finds much needed support from whom he expected least, his homophobic father. “Before It Hits Home” is the recipient of the Helen Hayes Award for best new play. BlackCAST. Tickets $6 advance; $8 door. Harvard Box Office (617) 496-2222. 8 p.m., Sat. at 2:00 & 8:00pm. Adams House...
...Radcliffe Pitches and the Harvard Din and Tonics join forces to present a humorous, yet soulful fall concert. These two a cappella groups are among the oldest at Harvard; their old-school style of entertainment features jazz, rhythm, and unadulterated comedy. Students $8. Sanders Theatre...
...promising team, the playoffs seemed a lock. There was a bit of disappointment when they lost 11 out of 12 down the stretch and fell from sixth spot to ninth. Then the curse, or “reality,” struck, and Boozer bolted to the Utah Jazz after giving the Cavs’ management his word he would agree to a new contract if his option was not picked up, adding a new chapter to the all-time most bizarre ways to wreck a Cleveland team...
...Veritones perform songs representing the widest variety of genres I’ve encountered, singing everything from rock to jazz to pop to country. Back in freshman year—before I was even in the group—the Veritones impressed me with the way they pulled off intricate and truly beautiful arrangements of great songs. To be a part of such a collaborative effort, with such a small group of people presenting familiar songs in a totally refreshing style, is a real rush. It’s a lot of fun to sing for people who aren?...