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Morris Museum – Back Deck Presents John Lee and Friends

Name: Morris Museum – Back Deck Presents John Lee and Friends
Start: 2025-07-03T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-07-03T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Morris Museum

July 3, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm EDT

Back Deck Presents John Lee and Friends

John Lee is a renowned bassist, Grammy-winning producer, composer, and audio engineer. Born in 1952 in Boston, Massachusetts, he has had an illustrious career in jazz music. Lee has worked with legendary artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach, Sonny Rollins, McCoy Tyner, and Aretha Franklin, among many others.

He is also known for his long association with Dizzy Gillespie, serving as the bassist for various ensembles led by Gillespie, including the Grammy-winning United Nation Orchestra. Beyond performing, Lee has produced over 70 albums and engineered more than 100 recordings.

Currently, he is the executive and musical director of the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars, continuing to celebrate and preserve Gillespie’s musical legacy

The Back Deck Returns!

Entering its sixth year, the popular Back Deck concert series returns with a robust season of performances featuring big international names and regional superstars in jazz, classical, and genres in-between. Under the direction of Producer Gregory Burrus, the 2025 season promises a dynamic variety of memorable concerts under the stars. Patrons are invited to bring chairs, set up picnics, and enjoy the sunset for this special program.

Since launching in July 2020, The Back Deck has presented over 72 performances of critically acclaimed artists, welcomed more than 11,000 patrons, and received critical praise from local and national media. The series has presented established artists and rising stars with several ensembles going on to receive national acclaim. Now an established part of the regional cultural landscape, the Museum’s elevated parking deck has become known for elegant tailgates and world-class music each summer.

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Tickets go on sale April 14 (for museum members) and April 21 (general public).