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Modernistics Trio

Called “absolutely joyous, virtuosic and wonderful!” (Concerts at the Crane), The Modernistics Trio captivates audiences with stylish and inventive interpretations of The Great American Songbook – exuberant music from the 1920s, 30s, 40s and beyond.  They tour as a trio and with the full Modernistics Quintet, performing for The Stissing Center (NY), Kimberton Arts Alliance (PA), Colby College Concert Series (ME), Ocean Park Music Festival, The Guilford Library Summer Series (CT), The Port Jervis Library (NY), The Manchester CT Library, The Robert H Wood Great Artists Series (NY), Misericordia Performing Arts (PA), Medallion Opera House (NH), and many others.  

Jack Hylton

Born: July 2, 1892

Jack Hylton was a British pianist, bandleader, composer and impresario who played a key role in the development of popular dance music in the early 20th century. Born in Great Lever, Lancashire, on July 2, 1892, he began his career as a pianist and singer in his father's pub before working as a musical director for theater productions during World War I. In the 1920s and 1930s, Hylton's orchestra gained international recognition, recording extensively and touring across Europe. Hylton also introduced jazz and blues influences into British dance music, becoming known as the "British King of Jazz" and helping to popularize the genres in the UK