Café Tatant: Ralph Peterson’s Spectrum Trio at Roxbury Center for Arts May 5, 2011 at 7:30pm May 5, 2011

Roxbury, MA. – As part of Boston’s Jazz Week, enjoy the sounds of Ralph Peterson’s Spectrum Trio on Thursday May 5, 2011 at Roxbury Center for Arts inside Hibernian Hall. Dynamic drummer Ralph Peterson brings his Spectrum Trio to Café Tatant, an upscale venue for jazz, rhythm-and-blues in the heart of Roxbury. Peterson teaches on the faculty of Berklee College of Music. In the spirit of giving back he has instituted the Blackstone Education Foundation, dedicated to jazz--America’s musical art form.
Event and Media Availability Details

WHEN: Thursday, 5/1/2011 Drinks 6:30pm, Dinner 7:00pm
Show 7:30 –9:00pm. Cash Bar.
WHAT: Café Tatant Feature: Ralph Peterson’s Spectrum Trio; www.madison-park.org/arts-culture.

WHO: Ralph Peterson, Professor at Berklee College of Music.

WHERE: Roxbury Center for Arts at Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley Street 3rd Floor, Roxbury, MA
Limited free parking is available in the lot behind Hibernian Hall.

COST: Single Ticket: $12; Meal and Show Combo: $28; Combo for two: $54.

About Ralph Peterson
Master drummer, respected composer – bandleader and talent scout extraordinaire Ralph Peterson has carried on in the tradition of his mentor and idol Art Blakey, who was renowned for his hard-driving approach to the kit and uncanny knack for discovering new talent. Peterson helped launch the careers of several promising young players in his various bands over the years, including trumpeters Sean Jones and Jeremy Pelt. Over the years, Peterson has created 15 albums and started the Onyx Music Label. He is a respected educator who is currently a full professor at the Berklee College of Music.

Sample Music at: http://www.ralphpetersonmusic.com/live/
Videos at: http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/video/ralph_peterson/ralph_peterson01HQ.html
General Information: www.madison-park.org, 617-849-6322

About Hibernian Hall
Hibernian Hall, with its rich history of service to Roxbury since it was built in 1913, returns to its roots in modern arts and culture and is quickly becoming the new destination spot for local urbanites.

About Roxbury Center for Arts
Roxbury Center for Arts at Hibernian Hall is the cultural economic development program of Madison Park Development Corporation. More than just a program, it is the destination in Boston to enjoy a range of performances that celebrate the contemporary art and cultural heritage of African Americans and the African Diaspora. For over 12 years MPDC has supported artists, particularly artists of color, by helping to increase their visibility, expand audiences for their works, and promote their financial independence.
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Official Website: http://madison-park.org/arts-culture