Michael Persico and Classic Jazz Visions

The show features hundreds of rare, evocative photographs of jazz icons like Armstrong and Duke Ellington, seamlessly woven into live performances by Persico’s powerhouse ensemble. The result is a one-of-a-kind journey through swing, nostalgia, and timeless artistry.

“Classic Jazz Visions: A Multimedia Journey Through Swing’s Golden Age”

Michael Persico & The Classic Jazz & Swing Orchestra

Led by trombonist, vocalist, and educator Michael Persico, The Classic Jazz & Swing Orchestra brings the golden age of jazz to life through a stunning multimedia concert experience.
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A Berklee College of Music graduate (Magna Cum Laude), Persico has been a jazz fixture across Cape Cod and southern New England since the 1980s. His deep musical roots and charismatic crooning style culminated in the creation of Classic Jazz Visions in 2020—a concert series inspired by the legendary jazz photographer Jack Bradley, best known as Louis Armstrong’s close friend and documentarian.

The show features hundreds of rare, evocative photographs of jazz icons like Armstrong and Duke Ellington, seamlessly woven into live performances by Persico’s powerhouse ensemble. The result is a one-of-a-kind journey through swing, nostalgia, and timeless artistry.

2. Performance Details
- Duration of Performance: 2 Hours
- Number of Performers: 9
3. Stage Requirements
- Minimum Stage Dimensions: 15’ x 20’
- Stage Plot Attached: ☐ Yes
- Backline Requirements: None
- Drum Kit: Yes
- Guitar Amps: One
- Bass Amp: One
- Keyboard/Other Instruments: Piano
4. Sound Requirements
- PA System: Yes
- Monitor Mixes Needed: Yes
- Microphones Needed: Yes, two
- DI Boxes Needed: No
- Soundcheck Time Requested: 30-45 minutes
5. Lighting Requirements
- General Lighting Needs: Sufficient, as video projection is included.
- Special Effects (e.g., strobes, fog): None
- Lighting Operator Provided by Venue: ☐ Yes
6. Video Equipment
- Projectors Needed: Short throw projector
- Screens (Type & Size): 120 inch
- Video Playback Format (e.g., MP4, MOV): MP4
- Video Operator Provided by Venue: ☐ No
- Live Feed or Recording Required: ☐ No
- Cameras Needed (Type & Quantity): None
- Cabling & Connections (HDMI, SDI, etc.): HDMI
- Cueing System or Playback Control: Yes
7. Wireless Equipment
- Wireless Microphones (Quantity & Type): One Shure Mic
- Wireless In-Ear Monitors (IEMs): None
- Frequency Coordination Required: ☐ No
- Venue Provided Wireless Equipment: ☐ No
- Backup Frequencies Available: None
- RF Technician On-Site: ☐ Yes
8. Stage Crew Requirements
- Number of Stagehands Needed: Two
- Roles Required (e.g., Audio Tech, Lighting Tech, Video Tech): Audio Tech and Stage Hand
- Crew Call Times: 90 minutes before show
- Crew Provided by Venue: ☐ Yes
- Union Requirements (if any): None
- Special Skills or Certifications Needed: None
- Wardrobe/Costume Assistance: ☐ No
- Instrument Techs or Backline Support: ☐ No
9. Equipment Setup Timeline
Time Activity Responsible Party
HH:MM Load-In Begins Venue / Artist Crew
HH:MM Stage Setup Stage Crew
HH:MM Audio Setup Audio Tech
HH:MM Lighting Setup Lighting Tech
HH:MM Video Setup Video Tech
HH:MM Wireless Equipment Check RF Tech
HH:MM Soundcheck Artist / Audio Tech
HH:MM Final Walkthrough Tour Manager / Venue
HH:MM Doors Open Venue
HH:MM Performance Begins Artist
10. Hospitality
- Dressing Rooms Needed: Two
- Meals/Snacks/Drinks: Yes
- Guest List Requests: Yes
11. Load-In / Load-Out
- Load-In Time: 90 minutes
- Load-Out Time: One hour
- Crew Assistance Needed: Yes
- Parking for Tour Bus/Van: Yes
12. Additional Notes
- Any other special requirements, accessibility needs, or important details.
Note:
All musicians have their own instruments, for example, bass, drums, and guitar. Most venues provide a piano.
Classic Jazz Visions has all the equipment needed for a performance. A sound system, as well as wireless capabilities, a 120 inch projection screen and a short throw projector. If a particular venue has the same capabilities, all the better.