Andy’s 50th w/Windy City All Stars

Showtimes:   6pm-7:15pm

In celebration of our 50th Anniversary, Andy’s Jazz Club proudly presents one of our longest running repeat booking bands of the 1990’s and 2000’s the Andy’s Windy City All Stars led by trombonist Russ Phillips.  The Windy City All Stars held down a steady weekly booking on Thursday nights at Andy’s for 12+ years showcasing what now feels like a forgotten genre best known as Dixieland Swing.

When asked to identify the trombone greats who have influenced his style, he lists his Dad (“he pushed all the right buttons”), Jack Teagarden (like his Dad, “great flexibility on his horn”), Si Zentner (“could really hit the high notes”), Tommy Dorsey (“wonderful phrasing”), and saxophonist Zoot Sims (“for his warmth and uncanny ability to stay relaxed and keep swinging”). Among his contemporaries, he mentions John Allred (“technically one of the best ever”) and Dan Barrett (“plays with great heart”).

Russ’ style is lyrical and melodic, and he loves the challenge of performing in many different musical settings from classical ensembles and pit orchestras to Big Bands, classic jazz units and rock ’n’ roll groups. “Jazz is a remarkable product, and it will never go away.” he observes. “The key is connecting with the audience.”

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