The culmination of jazz music and tap dance is a tradition that has been passed down through the music. Enjoy an evening of Jazz and Tap Dance through the American songbook and Bebop era compositions.
Jett Tachibana - Sax
Asa Meyer-Waldo - Bass
Zak King - Drums
Ayan Imai-Hall - Tap Dance
About Ayan Imai-Hall:
Ayan is a tap dancer from New Hampshire. Ayan has toured across North America over the years with numerous companies and shows, most recently with Jumaane Taylor’s “Supreme Love” and Christina Carminucci’s “Solidarity Series.” In 2012 Ayan was awarded an NHSCA Traditional Arts Grant with Blues musician, TJ Wheeler. Since then, Ayan has strived to bring the dance to the music throughout the New England Seacoast.
About Jazz Casual:
Jazz Casual is dedicated to the preservation of a distinctly American art form and related improvised musics. Showcasing an eclectic array of local, national and international talent, the series supports the advancement of this art form by programming artists who are writing original works and uniquely arranging traditional music in progressive and imaginative ways.
$15 advance | $18 day-of | $10 student
*fees not included ($2 facility fee per ticket + cc processing fees)