“In 1960, when I was a bass player on the road, I never aspired to be a big band leader, but here I am, 50+ years later, not standing behind the bass but in front of the band with New York’s best musicians playing the euphoric post-WWII era music I love. We get together once a month and dozens of players have contributed their exceptional talents over the past few years. Our rehearsals are free and open to the public, but this one is a Benefit Concert for the Musicians’ Emergency Relief Fund. Admission is by voluntary donation on December 11th , 5:00-6:30 in the Club Room of Local 802 at 322 West 48th St. Put it on your calendar now and I look forward to seeing you then.” – Roger Rhodes

From 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Local 802 Club Room, 322 West 48th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, first floor. Donations can be made by cash, check, or credit card. More info about this event can be found here.