Pearl Django (www.pearldjango.com) has consistently delighted
audiences with their captivating performances. With a performance
history spanning more than 30 years and having released 15 CDs Pearl
Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style
groups working today. Although the band’s roots are firmly in the
music made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli its
extensive repertoire includes traditional jazz classics and original
compositions. Pearl Django has performed at festivals dances and
nightspots throughout the U.S. and abroad. They have played at the
prestigious Festival Django Reinhardt in Samois sur Seine and have
been featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered.” The band’s
signature style is marked by pristine and dexterous string work colors
of Bal Musette the steady pulse of rhythm guitar and an unmistakable
swing that delights audiences of all musical
sensibilities. Throughout the years Pearl Django has cultivated a
devoted and enthusiastic following and they continue to play to packed
houses wherever they perform. Members of Pearl Django are Michael
Gray on violin Rick Leppanen on bass David Lange on accordion and Jim
Char and Tim Lerch on guitar. Don’t miss a fabulous concert in the
beautiful acoustic confines of Marine View.
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Marine View Presbyterian Church, East Side Drive Northeast, Tacoma, WA, USA