Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival
40th Anniversary - Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival - February 21-24, 2007
Special Tributes to Nat King Cole, Ray Brown and Frank Sinatra. Special Guests Jane Monheit and John Pizzarelli.
In its 40th year the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival has a new vibe. We are pleased to welcome bassist, composer, and arranger John Clayton as Artistic Director. Dr. Lynn “Doc” Skinner officially retired in June 2006, but has been aboard teaching and guiding the new leadership in understanding the mission and goals of the Festival. Joining the Festival leadership as Interim Executive Director is Cami McClure, whose enthusiasm has been used in guiding the operational side of the Festival.
Watching young people learn and better understand jazz was Lionel Hampton’s passion. Your support contributes to the vitality of that passion and dedication to the future of jazz through the world’s largest educational jazz festival.
In 2007, a tribute will be paid to Doc for his 40 years of dedication to educational excellence and the Festival. To ensure the longevity and expansion of the Festival, the Dr. Lynn “Doc” Skinner Endowment has been created. This endowment will be used to raise funds to be put back into the operations of the Festival.
Please join us this year as we celebrate 40 years!
University of Idaho
Moscow, Idaho