Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom to kick off 37th Annual Purdue Jazz Festival
Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom will kick off the 37th Annual Purdue Jazz Festival on Friday, January 22, in Loeb Playhouse.
Celebrated by critics and musicians alike, the ensemble brings its unique combination of classic jazz and energizing beats that has wowed audiences for more than a decade.
About Allison Miller
Allison Miller is always at the heart of the music. She’s mastered a vast array of musical settings during her career, from guesting on late-night TV, keeping time for some of today’s most beloved singer-songwriters and being a renowned bandleader/composer in her own right.
As a jazz artist, she’s committed to connecting her rhythm with dance. She’s composed and toured with choreographers and master tap dancers Dormeshia Edwards, Jason Samuel Smith, Derrick K. Grant, Camille A. Brown and McArthur “Genius” Fellow Michelle Dorrance’s award-winning company, Dorrance Dance.
“Her precise punctuations and compositional acumen mark Miller as a cut above” – JazzWise
About Boom Tic Boom
Led by Miller, Boom Tic Boom is a jazz ensemble known for its razor-sharp precision and diverse, contemporary sonic palette.
Their show blends classic drummer-led transitions with modern improvisation. Throughout their 10+ years of performances together, they have earned numerous “Top 10 Jazz Albums” accolades and widespread recognition. Top performances include NPR’s Fresh Air and Tiny Desk, alongside numerous international festivals.
“Ten years into the band’s existence, these musicians are firing on all cylinders” – Downbeat
Every year, middle school and high school students across the Midwest gather for the annual Purdue Jazz Festival, sponsored by Music for All. The 37th annual festival will take place from Thursday, January 21 to Saturday, January 23, and will feature Boom Tic Boom as a keynote performance.
The festival kicks off Thursday with a free Community Jazz Showcase at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Artist-In-Residence Laura-Simone, the Purdue Jazz Band and four high school jazz bands from Tippecanoe County.
Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom will dazzle audiences Friday night, followed by Saturday’s all-day festival. Over 100 middle school and high school jazz ensembles will compete throughout the festival day with accompanying guest artist performances, lectures and demonstrations.
