Saluting a life in music. (Tips and Trips).(Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival in Moscow, Idaho)(Brief Article)

From: Sunset | Date: February 1, 2002| Author: Fanselow, Julie | Copyright information

Feb 20-23. The life and music of legendary vibraphonist Lionel Hampton will be celebrated at an annual Moscow Idaho, jazz bash that bears his name. The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, now in its 35th year at the University of Idaho, will feature such high-watt musicians as bassist Ray Brown, singer Jane Monheit, trumpeter Roy Hargrove ...

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