Urban Survival, Music for the Resilient Performs Live at Union College

Pictured are Dennis Riggin and Chris Bowman. *Click image for larger picture

A thirteen-hour bus ride and a stop at the airport in Louisville brought nationally recognized New York Jazz quartet Urban Survival, Music for the Resilient to Union College's campus on Tuesday, October 12. The group performed several original songs and some old favorites to a crowd of students, faculty and staff and community members.

Each number performed was music in motion. From the sultry sound of the Dennis Riggins' saxophone, to the rising crescendo of Chris Bowman's animated drum solos and from the deep sounds of Jim Donica's bass to Ben Lewis' masterful control of the piano keys, the quartet captivated the audience--nary a foot was still.

This group is very active in the New York City music scene playing to capacity crowds at world-famous venues such as the Knitting Factory and Birdland. The group also tours nationally, performing in concert venues, clubs and at festivals.

This concert was funded through the generosity of Union College friend and trustee, Helen Mills and Gary Tannenbaum. Mills, now residing in New York, is a native of Knox County.

October 20, 2004

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