Kimberly Cooper was in New Orleans last May when she took in a show by jazz trumpeter and vocalist Marla Dixon. Of all the places on Earth, the Big Easy might be the hardest city for a performer to stand out when playing jazz. Cooper has been the artistic director since 2013 of Calgary’s Decidedly Jazz […]
This article focuses on Decidedly Jazz Danceworks' new production, "Call and Response," which celebrates the birth place of jazz, New Orleans, and its traditional music.
The piece is a tribute to the city's rich musical heritage and showcases the company's commitment to keeping the spirit of jazz alive through dance, marking their 40th year of existence.
This article focuses on Decidedly Jazz Danceworks' new production, "Call and Response," which celebrates the birth place of jazz, New Orleans, and its traditional music. The piece is a tribute to the city's rich musical heritage and showcases the company's commitment to keeping the spirit of jazz alive through dance, marking their 40th year of existence.
