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Friday Evening, January 20, 2012, at 8:30

Ozomatli

Asdru Sierra , Lead Vocals, Trumpet, and Keyboard Ulises Bella , Saxophone, Requinto Jarocho, Keyboard, Melodica, and Vocals Raúl Pacheco , Guitar, Tres, Jarana, and Lead Vocals Wil-Dog Abers , Bass and Vocals Justin “El Niño” Porée , Percussion and Rap Vocals Jiro Yamaguchi , Percussion Mario Calire , Drums

This evening’s program is approximately 75 minutes long and will be performed without intermission.

This evening’s performance is sponsored by Logicworks. Major support for Lincoln Center’s American Songbook is provided by Fisher Brothers, In Memory of Richard L. Fisher; and Amy & Joseph Perella. Additional corporate support is provided by Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Wine generously donated by William Hill Estate Winery, Official Wine of Lincoln Center. This performance is made possible in part by the Josie Robertson Fund for Lincoln Center.

The Allen Room, Frederick P. Rose Hall Please make certain your cellular phone, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center pager, or watch alarm is switched off. 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 2

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Additional support for American Songbook is Upcoming American Songbook Events provided by The DuBose and Dorothy Heyward in The Allen Room : Memorial Fund, Logicworks, The Shubert Foundation, Jill and Irwin Cohen, The G & A Saturday, January 21, at 8:30 and 10:30 Foundation, Inc., Great Performers Circle, Michael Cerveris: An Idea of South Chairman’s Council, and Friends of Lincoln Center. Wednesday, February 1, at 8:30 Public support is provided by the New York State Keren Ann Council on the Arts. Thursday, February 2, at 8:30 Artist hospitality is provided by Zabar’s and Thurston Moore Zabars.com . Friday, February 3, at 8:30 MetLife is the National Sponsor of Lincoln Center . Hello, Gorgeous! Leslie Kritzer Sings Jule Styne

First Republic Bank is the Official Sponsor of the Saturday, February 4, at 8:30 and 10:30 Fashion Lincoln Center Online Experience. Gavin Creel & Stephen Oremus

Movado is an Official Sponsor of Lincoln Center . Wednesday, February 8, at 8:30 Bill Callahan United Airlines is the Official Airline of Lincoln Center . Thursday, February 9, at 8:30 tUnE-yArDs WABC-TV is the Official Broadcast Partner of Lincoln Center . Friday, February 10, at 8:30 Sunday, February 12, at 6:30 William Hill Estate Winery is the Official Wine of Elaine Paige Lincoln Center . Saturday, February 11, at 8:30 and 10:30 Laura Benanti

The Allen Room is located in Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center.

For tickets, call (212) 721-6500 or visit AmericanSongbook.org. Call the Lincoln Center Info Request Line at (212) 875-5766 or visit AmericanSongbook.org for complete program information.

We would like to remind you that the sound of coughing and rustling paper might distract the performers and your fellow audience members. In consideration of the performing artists and members of the audience, those who must leave before the end of the performance are asked to do so between pieces, not during the performance. The taking of photographs and the use of recording equipment are not allowed in the building. 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 3

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Meet the Artist Y R T N A L N A I T S I R H C Ozomatli In its 17 years as a band, celebrated Los Antonio Villaraigosa officially named April 23 Angeles culture-masher Ozomatli has gone Ozomatli Day. from hometown hero to being named U.S. State Department Cultural Ambassador . Proudly born as a multiracial crew in post- The band’s music—a notorious urban- uprising ’90s Los Angeles, the band has Latino-and-beyond collision of hip-hop and built a formidable reputation over five full- salsa, dancehall and cumbia, samba and length studio albums and a relentless tour - funk, merengue and comparsa, East L.A. ing schedule. Ozomatli has long been a R&B and New Orleans second line, favorite of international audiences—playing Jamaican ragga and Indian raga—has long everywhere from Japan to North Africa and followed a key mantra: it will take you Australia—and in 2007 it was invited by around the world by taking you around L.A. the U.S. State Department to serve as offi - cial Cultural Ambassador on a series of Originally formed to play at an area labor government-sponsored international tours protest over 15 years ago, Ozo spent some to Asia, Africa, South America, and the of its early days participating in everything Middle East. Ozomatli was the first from earthquake prep “hip-hop ghetto Western band to play a concert in Nepal , plays” at inner -city L.A. elementary schools and it offered musical workshops and mas - to community activist events, protests, and ter classes in places like Tunisia, India, and city fundraisers. Ever since, Ozomatli has Jordan, visiting arts centers, summer been synonymous with its city: its music camps, youth rehabilitation centers, and has been taken up by the Los Angeles even a Palestinian refugee camp. While on Dodgers and the Los Angeles Clippers; the tour, Ozo’s members listened to perfor - band recorded the street-view travelogue mances by local musicians and often joined “City of Angels” in 2007 as a new urban impromptu jam sessions with student anthem; Ozo was featured as part of the bands and community musicians, bringing prominent L.A. imaging campaign “We’re 4 the lessons of L.A. to the world at large. L.A.” on NBC; and Los Angeles mayor For more information, visit ozomatli.com. 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 4

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American Songbook of artistic programming, national leader in In 1998, Lincoln Center launched American arts and education and community rela - Songbook, dedicated to the celebration of tions, and manager of the Lincoln Center popular American song. Designed to high - campus. As a presenter of more than 400 light and affirm the creative mastery of events annually, LCPA’s series include America’s songwriters from their emer - American Songbook, Great Performers, gence at the turn of the 19th century up Lincoln Center Festival, Lincoln Center Out through the present, American Songbook of Doors, Midsummer Night Swing, and the spans all styles and genres, from the form’s White Light and Mostly Mozart Festivals. early roots in Tin Pan Alley and Broadway to The Emmy Award–winning Live From the eclecticism of today’s singer-songwrit ers. Lincoln Center extends Lincoln Center’s American Songbook also showcases the reach to millions of Americans nationwide. outstanding interpreters of popular song, As a leader in arts and education and com - including established and emerging con - munity relations, LCPA takes a wide range of cert, cabaret, theater, and songwriter per - activities beyond its halls through the Lincoln formers. American Songbook presentations Center Institute, as well as offering arts- include major concert programs in venues related symposia, family programming, and around Lincoln Center. accessibility. And as manager of the Lincoln Center campus, LCPA provides support and Lincoln Center for the services for the Lincoln Center complex and Performing Arts, Inc. its other resident organizations. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (LCPA) serves three primary roles: presen ter

Lincoln Center Programming Department Jane Moss, Ehrenkranz Artistic Director Hanako Yamaguchi, Director, Music Programming Jon Nakagawa, Director, Contemporary Programming Lisa Takemoto, Production Manager Bill Bragin, Director, Public Programming Kate Monaghan, Associate Director, Programming Charles Cermele, Producer, Contemporary Programming Jill Sternheimer, Associate Producer, Public Programming Mauricio Lomelin, Associate Producer, Contemporary Programming Ann Crews Melton, House Program Coordinator Regina Grande, Assistant to the Artistic Director Julia Lin, Programming Associate

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UPCOMING EVENTS JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER FREDERICK P. R OSE HALL

JANUARY 2012 Stan Kenton Centennial February 17–18, 8pm THE ALLEN ROOM Jazz in the 1950s oscillated between cool, hot, and hard bop. But none of those labels satisfied Stan Luciana Souza Kenton, who instead called his jazz “progressive.” In the 1940s he had a hit-making big band before he January 27-28, 7:30pm & 9:30pm introduced the jazz world to his 40-piece orchestra, In 2000, the jazz world began to pay close attention to which featured such jazz stars as Lee Konitz. In this cel- Brazilian vocalist Luciana Souza. Since then, the four- ebration of Kenton’s Centennial, Konitz joins the Jazz time GRAMMY® nominee for Best Jazz Vocal has at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis as established an international audience with her gentle they revisit the time when one jazz musician knew yet adventurous style. Now ten years later we’re exactly where he was going: strictly forward. becoming aware of the bold reedman joining her on Free pre-concert discussion nightly at 7pm. the concert, Nailor “Proveta” Azevedo, who is already well known in Brazil and for founding the popular big THE ALLEN ROOM band Banda Mantiqueira. Free pre-concert music in the Atrium provided by John Hammond & John Mayall Samba Laranja. February 16-17, 7:30pm & 9:30pm IRENE DIAMOND EDUCATION CENTER John Hammond has been a blues fixture for decades and recently joined hallowed company as an inductee Swing University into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2011. The soulful GRAMMY® winner is the consummate triple threat Whether you are new to the music or seek to deepen your musician (on vocals, guitar, and harmonica) whose knowledge, Swing University offers students of all ages a roots-driven blues has influenced countless musicians, chance to learn about jazz from musicians and scholars. from Jimi Hendrix to Bob Dylan. Literally and figura- The Swing University Winter Term includes Lennie’s tively Sir John Mayall is British blues royalty who hired Listening Lessons with pianist Connie Crothers; Jazz among others Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Mick 101, Jazz 201 and Jazz 301 with JALC Curator Phil Fleetwood back in the 1960s. At 78, he is an ageless Schaap; Wes Montgomery with bassist Dr. Larry Ridley; wonder who plays with the same intensity today as he and Ornette Coleman with historian Ben Young. did when he first blazed a blues path around the world. Single tickets available. Free pre-concert music in the Atrium provided by Bryan Please visit jalc.org/swingu or call 212-258-9922 for Carter, Friday only. more information. THE ALLEN ROOM FEBRUARY 2012 Jazz Meets Flamenco ROSE THEATER February 24-25, 7:30pm & 9:30pm At first glance, jazz and flamenco may not appear to Family Concert: What is Improvisation? have a common musical ancestry. But beneath the sur- face, both share a common root born out of the tradi- February 11, 1pm & 3pm tional music and dance forms of West Africa. In this Drummer Matt Wilson and his Arts & Crafts ensemble outstanding double bill, multitalented jazz guitarist will lead audiences through an interactive, hour-long Doug Wamble and flamenco guitar virtuoso Niño program on the most fundamental and revolutionary Josele will lead their respective ensembles through this component of jazz: improvisation. With infectious rich interconnected musical territory. The two groups exuberance, Wilson and company will explore how will also join forces to perform new music composed by jazz musicians communicate with their instruments Wamble especially for this concert. Featuring bassist and invent music in the moment. Free pre-concert edu- John Benitez, percussionist Horatio “El Negro” cational activities, 12:15 pm & 2:15 pm. Hernandez, flamenco dancer Juan De Juan, and tap dancer Jason Samuels Smith. Free pre-concert music in the Atrium provided by Peter Reardon-Anderson.

Except where noted, all venues are located in Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway at 60th Street. Tickets: $10-$120 To purchase tickets call CenterCharge: 212-721-6500 or visit: jalc.org. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Box Office is located on Broadway at 60th Street, Ground Floor. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 12pm-6pm. For groups of 15 or more: 212-258-9875 or jalc.org/groups. For more information about our education programs, visit jalc.org/education. For Swing University and WeBop Enrollment: 212-258-9922. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Foursquare. 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 6

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JANUARY 2012 Charles McPherson/Tom Harrell Quintet Bebop Is The Future February 7-12 Willie Jones III Sextet 7:30pm & 9:30pm The Music of Max Roach After Hours: Brandi Disterheft & Company with Eric Reed, Dezron Douglas, Stacy Dillard, Steve Davis, and Jeremy Pelt The Rhythm Road: American Music Abroad Presents January 17–22 The Ari Roland Quartet (Jazz) 12:30pm 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus 11:30pm on Fri& Sat Mountain Quickstep (Bluegrass) 2:30pm After Hours: Brandon Lee Quintet February 11 Free Admission (Seating is first come, first served. Monday Nights with WBGO No tickets required.) George Cables Trio: Nights at the Keystone with Essiet Okon Essiet and Victor Lewis Monday Nights with WBGO January 23 Ulysses Owens Quartet 7:30pm & 9:30pm with Christian McBride, Christian Sands, and Nicholas Payton Marcus Roberts Trio February 13 with Rodney Jordan and Jason Marsalis 7:30pm & 9:30pm January 24–29 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus 11:30pm on Fri& Sat Rene Marie: Valentine Swing After Hours: Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet with Kevin Bales, Kevin Hamilton, and Quentin Baxter February 14-19 Northwestern University Jazz Ensemble 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus 11:30pm on Fri& Sat January 30 After Hours: Brianna Thomas & Music for 7:30pm & 9:30pm Late-Night Lovers February 14: Special rate applies Victor Goines Quartet with Aaron Diehl, Yasushi Nakamura, Eric Reed & The University of Wyoming and Marion Felder Jazz Ensemble January 31–February 5 February 20 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus 11:30pm on Fri& Sat 7:30pm & 9:30pm After Hours: Dezron Douglas Trio Cyrus Chestnut Quartet FEBRUARY 2012 February 21-26 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus 11:30pm on Fri & Sat Michael Rodriguez Quintet After Hours: Melissa Aldana Quintet February 6 7:30pm & 9:30pm

In deference to the artists, patrons of Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola are encouraged to keep conversations to a whisper during the performance. Artists and schedule subject to change. Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola is located in Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway at 60th Street, 5th Floor, New York. Reservations: 212-258-9595/9795 or jalc.org/dccc; Group Reservations: 212-258-9580 or jalc.org/dccc/groups. Nightly sets at 7:30pm & 9:30pm plus an 11:30pm set on Fridays & Saturdays. After Hours sets occur Tuesday–Saturday after the last artist set. Cover Charge: $20-$35. Special rates for students with valid student ID. Full dinner available at each set. 50% off late-night cover charge at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola for Rose Theater and The Allen Room concert attendees. Must present valid ticket stub. Jazz at Lincoln Center merchandise is now available at the concession stands during performances in Rose Theater and The Allen Room. Items also available in Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola during evening operating hours. Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola gift certificates now available. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Foursquare. 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 7 01-20 Ozomatli7.qxd:GP 1/13/12 9:07 AM Page 8