Dee Dee Bridgewater represents a continuum between the past and the present. The jazz styling found throughout Bridgewater's tribute to the music's late queen can be traced back to the University campus in the late 1960s. During that time, Bridgewater was a member of the University's jazz band. Connecting with the students of the University and bridging a musical gap between generations was a focus of the evening. Frank Reposh, senior in FAA and Assistant House Manager at Krannert, said the Center is making an effort to draw more students than ever before.
Tonight is geared towards bringing in students.
University students crowded the amphitheater and clapped in approval of the evening's entertainment. I thought it was very well put together and got people into it. Allison Ramsey, secretary for International Programs and Studies, agreed.