The Romance of Cole Porter, A tribute by the Dunedin City Jazz Orchestra

The Dunedin Jazz Club Spring Concert Series begins at Hanover Hall on Saturday, 30 August, with a swoon-worthy evening of music that celebrates the timeless allure of love. Join the Dunedin City Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Nick Cornish, for The Romance of Cole Porter, a passionate tribute to one of America’s most iconic and sophisticated songwriters. The program will feature a number of instrumental standards by Cole Porter, as well a range of vocal standards performed by Jodi Benson and special guest Lucy Appleton, who makes her senior debut at the club.

From glittering ballrooms to smoky jazz clubs, Cole Porter’s music has always pulsed with glamour, wit, and above all -  romance. With clever lyrics and lush melodies, his songs capture every shade of love: its intoxication, heartbreak, longing, and delight. This special programme will feature a collection of his most beloved and enduring works, including ‘Love…