​Tribute to Lester Young and Billie Holiday at Jazz Lunch

Kelle Jolly will be performing at The Square Room on February 5th.

Tenor Saxophonist Lester Young and vocalist Billie Holiday were two of the most influential musicians to emerge in the 1930s. Their many collaborations produced some of the most emotionally powerful music of the 20th century.

On Wednesday, February 5th, join Will Boyd and Kelle Jolly as they recreate some of the duo's timeless masterpieces. Selections to be performed include He's Funny That Way, Lover Man, Don't Explain and many others.

This concert is part of the Jazz Lunch series and will take place from noon to 1pm at the Square Room. Admission to the concert is $15 and includes a lunch buffet served up by Café 4. Tickets are available online at www.knoxjazz.org or by visiting Café 4 in person prior to the show.

Supporters of the Jazz Lunch Series include WUOT 91.9 FM, The Square Room, and Weird Monkey Studios.

The Square Room is a new, state-of-the-art performance venue in downtown Knoxville, TN in the Historic Market Square district. It is housed in the rear of the 4 Market Square Building along with its counterpart Café 4, a full-service restaurant and coffee bar.

Published January 23, 2014