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Deets: Bring a picnic, blanket, and dancing shoes for the eleventh production of this fun family-friendly event! Co-presented by Jazzmobile and the Central Park Conservancy, Great Jazz on the Great Hill features live music and swing dancing in a beautiful park setting.

Featuring award-winning vocalist, actress, and radio personality Alyson Williams, whose versatile singing styles have wowed audiences around the world; the highly acclaimed Harlem Renaissance Orchestra, which has presented the music of the Big Band Era in some of the most prestigious concert halls for more than three decades; the all-women jazz, blues, and contemporary ensemble SAGE, whose unique style takes jazz to another level by infusing elements of hip-hop and gospel overtones; and world-renowned jazz trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, who has recorded or been featured on over 300 recordings.

Hint for the Average Socialite: This event is FREE. Tickets are not required. Doors open at 2 pm. For more info click here!

Location: The Great Hill (enter at 106th Street and Central Park West)

The Great Hill is steep, but accessible by ramp. If you require a disability-related accommodation or wheelchair access information, please call 212.446.2242. Requests must be made no later than Friday, August 9 at 12:00 pm.

This event is weather permitting and refreshments will not be sold. Performance lineup is subject to change.

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