Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman at Great Northern Distillery
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Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman at Great Northern Distillery *
Traditions of Jazz is thrilled to welcome this dynamic duo to Stevens Point August 1st, 2026
Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman are world-renowned multi-instrumentalists and vocalists whose mutual love of the history, stories, and significance behind the music they play is apparent as they romp through an energetic and engaging set of acoustic blues, ragtime, Tin Pan Alley pop songs, 1920s jazz, twin fiddle hoe-downs, and original songs and compositions. The duo served as artists-in-residence at Symphony Space in New York City for the 2024-25 season and recently released their first full-length duo recording, Jerron Paxton & Dennis Lichtman. As a soloist, Paxton is a Smithsonian Folkways recording artist, mainstay of the international blues festival circuit, and former artistic director of the Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival. Lichtman is a master of the clarinet, mandolin, and fiddle whose performance and recording credits include David Byrne, Pokey LaFarge, HBO’s Succession and The Plot Against America, Jim Kweskin, and his own solo projects.
A longtime Traditions of Jazz favorite, Dennis Lichtman is well known for his weekly livestreamed Trad Jazz Tuesday sessions from Mona's in New York City, connecting a global audience through exceptional traditional jazz performances. Tuesdays at 8pm, livestreamed here: https://www.youtube.com/@DennisLichtman
Traditions of Jazz is a nonprofit organization based in Central Wisconsin, dedicated to celebrating and preserving the vibrant legacy of traditional jazz. Inspired by the rich musical heritage of New Orleans, we bring the joyful spirit of collaborative music-making to our community through live performances, educational programs, and storytelling. Our mission is to honor the great composers and performers of the 1920s, ’30s, and ’40s by sharing their music, history, and cultural impact with audiences of all ages. Whether you're a lifelong jazz lover or a curious newcomer, Traditions of Jazz invites you to join us in keeping this timeless American art form alive and swinging.
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