Kansas City was a hotbed of jazz during Prohibition, and the city's music scene was defined by its unique sound. In the 1970s, musicians from the Pendergast era reunited at the union hall to reminisce and perform. The gathering featured a who's who of jazz legends, including Count Basie, Big Joe Turner, Jay McShann, and others. The evening was filled with highlights, including Turner's soulful vocals, McShann's smooth piano playing, and impressive drum solos. The Kansas City sound, characterized by its cool and relaxed style, blended blues and swing to create an infectious energy that begged to be danced to.
The Last of the Blue Devils
Legendary jazz musicians from Kansas City's Prohibition era reunite at the union hall, taking the stage once more to relive old times with performances by Walter Page's Blue Devils and Bennie Moten's iconic ensemble.
