Grammy-winning saxophonist Charles “Chip” McNeill will perform at Scout Hall in Cape Girardeau on February 15, 2025. As part of the "Underground Jazz" series and the SEMO Clark Terry/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival, McNeill will showcase jazz classics and original works in an intimate setting.
McNeill, the Musical Director and Jazz Tenor Saxophonist at the University of Illinois, has an illustrious career performing with legends like Arturo Sandoval, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dizzy Gillespie. His Grammy-winning contributions include the album “Hot House” with Sandoval, and his latest release, “The Whirl”, highlights his compositional talent.
An educator and performer, McNeill’s dynamic approach blends tradition with innovation, enriching both his music and his students. This rare performance is a must for jazz fans.
