Adventurous Jazz Since 1973
The Aardvark Jazz Orchestra will celebrate a 125th anniversary of jazz icon Duke Ellington’s birthday (April 29, 1899) with a very special concert presented by GBH and JazzBoston, part of their ongoing JazzNOW Series. We’re excited to cap off our 51st season with this extraordinary event. The Read More …
The Piano Craft Gallery will be hosting an exhibit titled “Fly Away Home, in memory of Arni Cheatham”. The photography exhibit will be held from Dec. 20-31, 2023. An opening reception will take place Dec. 20, 6-8 PM. Visit the Piano Craft Gallery web page Read More …
Aardvark held its 51st Annual Christmas Concert on December 9, at 7:30 pm, at Church of the Covenant, 67 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116. The concert was dedicated to the memory of our beloved late saxophone stalwart, Arni Cheatham, and featured the premiere of The Gift, by Read More …
Downbeat magazine features Aardvark Jazz Orchestra in March 2023 issue Journalist Frank-John Hadley of Downbeat magazine recently interviewed Aardvark director, Mark Harvey on the occasion of the band’s 50th anniversary. Hear about the band’s history, sound and vision. “The band members regard themselves as a Read More …
50 Years of Improvisational Freedom in Jazz Founded in 1973, the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra is one of the longest running large jazz ensembles in the world. When asked to explain the band’s longevity, Mark Harvey observes, “Aardvark has been fortunate to have a stable and Read More …