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Good Morning Heartache: The Music of Irene Higginbotham

Bandleader, vocalist, and "tune-detective," Christy Bennett present the culmination of 5 years of research on songwriter Irene Higginbotham in an immersive experience at Constellation Chicago. Irene Higginbotham was an incredible songwriter from the 40s who worked with Louis Armstong and Nat "King" Cole but never got her due. Bennet's group Fumée recorded an album of her music that will be released at this performance. In the performance, Irene's life story will be told through her music and video collages that capture the emotion of each event. Each piece is connected to a voiceover from Irene's family members reading articles and anecdotes related to the story. The performance features a new 8-piece ensemble and arrangements by Ethan Philion.


Emily Kuhn trumpet
Maddie Vogler saxophones
Norman Palm trombone
Lara Driscoll piano
Casey Nielsen guitar
Cami Mennitee drums
Ethan Philion bass and arrangements
Christy Bennett vocals and visuals

Special spoken word by Michele Thomas and Stephanie Aaron.
When:
Friday, January 13, 2023, 8:30 PM until 10:30 PM
Where:
Constellation Chicago
Tickets
 3111 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL  60626
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Christy Bennett
2175532884 (p)
Category:
One Time Event
Registration is not Required
Payment In Full In Advance Only