A Night of Jazz, Blues, and Funk with Joe Alterman

The Arts at Oglethorpe is pleased to present an evening of jazz, blues, and funk with renowned pianist Joe Alterman and featuring the Jazz Orchestra Atlanta, directed by Brent Runnels, on October 1, 2016. Headlining around the country and the world, Joe Alterman, an Atlanta native, studied music at NYU, earning both his bachelor’s and his master’s degrees and studying under a few of the greats, including Don Friedman, Joe Lovano, and John Scofield. Joe Alterman’s most recent recording, “Georgia Sunset,” produced by Houston Person, garnered much critical praise and reached #6 on the JazzWeek radio charts. General admission tickets are only $20 and are available for purchase both online or at the door. A portion of all ticket proceeds will go toward the benefit of the OU Music Department. Pre-performance snacks and meals will be available through Oglethorpe Dining and orders should be placed prior to September 24. Additionally, a cash bar will be available and accessible with proper identification.