Home > Events and Programs > Hackley Collection Presents Special Events   68th E. Azalia Hackley Collection Concert Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00 p.m. Detroit Public Library - Main Library Friends Auditorium 5201 Woodward Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48202 In The Tradition “A Unique and Delightful Mix of Jazz & African Rhythms” In 1993, the band was founded in Detroit as the Christopher James/Charles Hopkins Quintet. Since its inception, the band has been recognized as a formidable, hard-swinging, bebop ensemble that was faithful to the classic bebop tradition. In 1997, the band was re-named “In The Tradition” and began to focus more on African rhythms and the music of the African Diaspora while remaining true to the bebop tradition. They have created a unique musical sound that features both jazz and African rhythms. The members of “In The Tradition” are all seasoned musicians who have performed individually with such artists as Dizzy Gillespie, BB King, Marcus Belgrave, Gladys Knight and Aretha Franklin. Tickets are $15.00 for General Seating or $30.00 for Reserved Seating, which include a 1-year membership in the Friends of the E. Azalia Hackley Collection. The concert will be held in the Friends Auditorium at the Detroit Public Library located at 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202. To purchase your ticket or for further information, contact the Detroit Public Library Marketing Department at 313.481.1339. Sponsored by: Comerica Bank, The Detroit Public Library, Munder Capital, Miller Canfield, ABM Janitorial Services, Detroit Public Library Friends Foundation & Friends of the E. Azalia Hackley Collection