Hallwalls is excited to host an \"open rehearsal” with the Western New York Big Band, a collective of 17 musicians who share a passion for positive energy, human connection, and big band jazz music. Stop by, have a drink, relax in our intimate theater, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience of some of the best musicians in WNY rip through the American Big Band tradition. The group is based in Buffalo, New York and features some of the area\'s most talented and dedicated jazz musicians. Led by director & saxophonist Ken Kuriscak, the ensemble is committed to exploring, experiencing, and sharing through performance, the artform of Big Band Music. WNYBB\'s playlist covers a vast landscape of styles and eras, including charts from composers like Thad Jones, Dave Kayne, Don Menza, Dave Slonaker, Matt Harris, Alan Baylock, and others. Learn more at www.wnybigband.com