Dizzy Gillespie - Australian Tour 1987 Original Concert Tour Program

DESCRIPTION
Vintage original official concert merchandise from the actual gig in 1987 - over 36 years ago. Printed by Playbill Australia Pty Ltd. The concert tour, which included the Philip Morris Superband was presented by Central Nervous System.

This program is in mint condition. It's full of information about Dizzy Gillespie and includes black & white photos, info about Dizzy's band members and also lists the support bands. 

Actual images of item have been used and form part of the item condition/description.  

THE TOUR
Dizzy Gillespie's Australian Tour in 1987 with the Philip Morris Superband was a significant musical event that brought together some of the finest jazz musicians of the time. Dizzy Gillespie was a legendary American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer, and one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz. He was known for his virtuosic trumpet playing and his role in the development of bebop, a subgenre of jazz.

The Philip Morris Superband was a project sponsored by the Philip Morris tobacco company that aimed to bring together top jazz musicians from around the world for special performances and recordings. These bands were known for their exceptional talent and often featured a rotating lineup of jazz legends.

Dizzy Gillespie's Australian Tour in 1987 was a part of the Philip Morris Superband series of concerts. The tour featured a mix of musicians from various countries, coming together to perform as a supergroup. These tours were known for their high-energy performances and exceptional improvisation.

The purpose of such tours was to promote jazz music, foster cultural exchange, and provide a platform for jazz legends to collaborate and showcase their talents. These tours were well-received by jazz enthusiasts and helped to elevate the status of jazz as an art form.

Dizzy Gillespie's participation in the Philip Morris Superband tours helped introduce jazz to a wider audience and contributed to the globalization of the genre. These tours also allowed for cross-cultural collaborations, as musicians from different backgrounds and traditions came together to create unique and memorable performances.

COLLECTABILITY
Tour programs are highly collectable and sought after for several reasons. Firstly, they provide a tangible memento of a specific concert or event, allowing fans to relive the experience and cherish the memories associated with it. Tour programs often feature exclusive content like behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and detailed information about the artists and their performances. Additionally, they serve as a snapshot of a particular era in an artist's career, making them valuable to both music enthusiasts and historians.  Whether you're a dedicated fan or a passionate collector, owning these programs offers a tangible connection to the music world and serves as a treasured piece of memorabilia.

Programs can also be framed together with other items we have on our website such as vinyl records, official stage guitar picks, autographs, backstage passes, concert tickets, drumsticks and photos and you can create a truly one-of-a-kind unique piece of memorabilia.