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Mary Ann McSweeney Quintet, featuring Syndee Winters

September 13, 2019 @ 6:00 pm

Mary Ann McSweeney Quintet, featuring Syndee Winters
 
Friday, September 13th, 6 pm
Burns Playground
2507A Lodovick Ave, Bronx, NY 10469
 
*In the event of rain this concert will be held at:
MS 144 at 2545 Gunther Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469
 
 
 
Performers:
Sarah Cion, keys 
Jason Ennis, guitar  
Tony Jefferson, drums
Mary Ann McSweeney, bass 
Syndee Winters, vocals
 
For the final concert of Bronx Arts Ensemble’s parks season, Mary Ann McSweeney’s quintet jams in Burns Playground, highlighting the vocal talents of Syndee Winters, who plays Nala in The Lion King on Broadway. A mix of jazz, soul, and groovy pop, this program also features award-winning pianist Sarah Cion, extraordinarily versatile guitarist Jason Ennis, and world-class drummer Tony Jefferson. 
 
Support provided by NYC Council Member Mark Gjonaj  

Winters is Grammy-nominated for her work on NBC Live Jesus Christ Superstar with EGOT recipient John Legend. A Broadway veteran, she’s been seen in Motown the Musical, Pippin, and “working it” as the Schuyler Sisters in Hamilton. Today, Winters is back on Broadway in the role that made her a Broadway baby: Nala in Disney’s The Lion King.

Inspired by the art of storytelling, Winters’ latest writing project celebrates the life of American icon Lena Horne in a one-woman play with music, entitled LENA: A Moment with a Lady. Through words and music, Lena, portrayed by Winters, attempts to relate the most pivotal personal and professional moments in her life. On a mission to share the truth, she unexpectedly opens the emotional crevices that have eluded her for years.

Details

Date:
September 13, 2019
Time:
6:00 pm
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Venue

Burns Playground
2507A Lodovick Ave
Bronx, NY 10469 United States

Organizer

Bronx Arts Ensemble
Phone
718-601-7399