“IN OTHER WORDS, I AM THREE…”
One of the most important figures in twentieth century American music, Charles Mingus was a virtuoso bass player, accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer
MODERN MINGUS
Bringing the great legacy of Mingus composition to audiences around the world
“LET MY CHILDREN HEAR MUSIC…”
Announcing the 18th Annual Charles Mingus Festival & High School Competition!


Celebrating bassist, composer, and activist Charles Mingus and the Next Generation of Artists!
Friday, Feb 13: free open rehearsal by the Mingus Big Band & livestream at New School 55 West 13th
Sat, Feb 14: free performance by Mingus Dynasty, workshops at New School 55 West 13th
RSVP for free events Fri and Sat at New School https://forms.gle/6LAhFKRPXAhXzm9P6
Sun, Feb 15: Mingus High School Competition 9am-6pm, concert performances by finalist ensembles at Tishman Auditorium at 63 Fifth Avenue. Free, open to the public & live streamed. No RSVP required, come and go
Plus Mingus Big Band Fri and Sat night at Joe’s Pub!
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/mingus-big-band-joes-pub-feb-14-feb-15-4801228?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb