The legendary Rodger Fox Big Band has kept the fires burning as the premier big band in Aotearoa for more than 50 years. This Wellington Jazz Festival, they will pay homage to music icon Ray Charles, whose fusion of gospel, rhythm and blues and jazz laid the foundations of soul and forever changed the sound of 20th century popular music.

Bringing the signature vocal intensity of Ray Charles will be special guests GRAMMY award-winning vocalist and former Santana lead signer Tony Lindsay (USA), together with Rodger Fox Big Band powerhouse blues vocalist Erna Ferry, soul sensation, pianist and singer Louis TM, with backing vocals from The Beatgirls.

Celebrate the legacy of one of the most influential singers in history with a powerful big band performance.

Running Times:

All Wellington Jazz Festival performances at Meow NUI will run strictly to the times listed.

Box Office / Door Opening Time: 5:30pm
Performance start time: 6:00pm
Approx. Finish Time: 7:00pm

With the recent passing of “jazz legend” (RNZ ) Rodger Fox, renowned educator, musical director and big band leader, the Rodger Fox Big Band returns to the Wellington Jazz Festival with this special concert to honour him.

Looking back over 50 years, this performance will take you on a journey through the Big Band’s extensive back catalogue, featuring skilled soloists from the band, vocalist Erna Ferry and special guests. You’ll also hear tracks from the band's latest album Alive in New York.

In true Rodger style, you can expect the unexpected, but you’ll be sure to experience the classic Big Band sound his band is renowned for.

Celebrate the life and legacy of Rodger Fox in the most fitting way possible – through the live music of his Band.

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Rodger Fox Big Band: Celebrating Rodger Fox

Rodger Fox Big Band are playing as part of the Young Jazz Band-it day at Memorial Theatre