Mingus Big Band tonight in Wait Chapel

The Secrest Artists Series presents Mingus Big Band will perform tonight, Thurs., October 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Wait Chapel.

The Mingus Big Band celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of composer/bassist Charles Mingus, one of the most important composers and performers in the history of jazz. This 14-piece band keeps the legacy of Mingus’ music alive and has been nominated for 6 Grammy awards.

Arrive early and join us for a pre-concert faculty conversation about the composer featuring Patrick “9th Wonder” Douthit, Brenda Marie Osbey, and Corey D.B. Walker. 6:30 p.m. from the Wait Chapel Stage.

More details are available on the Secrest website. Free with your WFU ID.

Wake Forest University and Medical School faculty, staff and retirees receive free admission for themselves and one guest to each Secrest Artists Series performance. To reserve free tickets, go to the listing of season performances on the Secrest Artists Series website and click the gold bar under the performance or performances you would like to attend. Follow directions to request your free admission.

All events begin at 7:30 p.m. Each event is usually accompanied by a pre-concert talk and/or a residency activity by the artist.

Visit the Secrest Artists Series website for details and updates. Remaining performances are listed below.

• Mingus Big Band – Oct. 20; Wait Chapel
• Stewart Goodyear (piano) – Nov. 15;  Brendle Recital Hall
• Emanuel Ax (piano) – Jan. 19; Wait Chapel
• A Far Cry – March 2; Wait Chapel
• Rachel Podger (violin) – March 29 and 31; Brendle Recital Hall