The band played a selection of classic 1960s jazz tunes from the Blue Note catalogue, arranged by orchestra members. This is some of my favourite music, so I was thrilled with the program. The arrangements were interesting without taking away from the originals, the band played tight and solos were good. Various band members were given the spotlight; Wynton Marsalis introduced each tune but didn't hog the spotlight. I wonder, though, if the band was tired from travelling or a little bored with the material, as the concert lacked spark. They played for about 90 minutes and then a half-dozen or so band members performed one encore.
We sat high up in the Chan Centre and found it difficult to hear and understand Marsalis's introductions for each song. As well, we had to listen carefully to hear some of the soloists.