Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington”
Chicago cellist and composer who moves between free improvisation and written form, here working through the Duke Ellington book.
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About Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington”
Tomeka Reid grew up in the Washington, DC area and settled in Chicago, where she became a central figure in the city's improvised music scene. She leads the Tomeka Reid Quartet with guitarist Mary Halvorson, bassist Jason Roebke and drummer Tomas Fujiwara, has worked with Nicole Mitchell and the Art Ensemble of Chicago, and founded the Chicago Jazz String Summit. She was named a MacArthur Fellow in 2022.
Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” turns her attention to Duke Ellington's compositions. Her cello playing moves between plucked, bass-like lines and bowed melody, which suits material written with specific voices in mind.
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What festivals is Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” playing in 2027?
Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” is booked at 1 festival we cover: Big Ears 2027.
Is Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” playing Big Ears 2027?
Yes, Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” is on the Big Ears 2027 lineup, April 1–4, 2027 at Downtown Knoxville, TN.
What kind of music does Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” play?
Tomeka Reid “A Tribute to Ellington” plays jazz.