Jazz / Big Band: Count Basie Orchestra at Emelin Theatre

In the history of jazz music, Count Basie is the only bandleader whose orchestra is still performing sold out concerts all over the world, with members personally chosen by him, nearly 30 years after his passing. The Count Basie Orchestra has won every respected jazz poll in the world at least once, garnered 18 Grammy Awards, performed for royalty and appeared in movies and television shows and at every major jazz festival and concert hall in the world. Its 18 members give extraordinary concerts that celebrate Basie and his legacy.