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- The Music at Hamilton Artists Series kicks off its season onSeptember 27, 1997 at 8:00 pm with an appearance by the world-renowned JimmyDorsey Orchestra and special guest vocalist, NancyKnorr. Founded in 1934 by Jimmy Dorsey, one of the world's greatestsaxophonists, and his trombone-playing brother, Tommy, the Jimmy DorseyOrchestra won international acclaim for its sweeter, more subdued approach to the top tunes of the day. Currently under the direction of big band veteran, Jim Miller, the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra promises to deliver a concert you won't want to miss!

Jimmy Dorsey was considered one of the finest clarinet and alto saxophoneplayers of his day. His interpretations of cherished standards such asGreen Eyes, I Hear a Rhapsody and So Rare guarantee his place in musical history and his orchestra is still considered to be one of the finest big bands of the 30's and 40's. Jimmy's status in the hierarchy of American musical greats is assured by his legions of fans who are devoted to the music of the man "who painted for the ear with instruments."

Jim Miller, a 43-year veteran of the music industry, has written music for andperformed as a trombonist with the Glenn Miller, Tex Beneke, Les and LarryElgart and Guy Lombardo bands. His affiliation with Jimmy Dorsey began in1953, and today, more than 40 years later, Jim Miller continues to inject hiswarm and enthusiastic personality into every note played by the orchestra.

Nancy Knorr, a native of Pittsburgh, was the lead singer with the Pied Pipersfor many years, has shared the stage with Toni Tennile, Jack Jones, Hal Lindenand Doc Severinsen. She was also a featured performer on the PBS special,Those Fabulous Forties. She has appeared with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra as a guest vocalist since 1992.

Tickets for the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra concert at Hamilton College's WellinHall are $15.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. For more information, call theHamilton College Performing Arts Ticket Office at (315) 859-4331.

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