FAME – Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education – is proud to present ‘Tis the Season 2025, our annual intergenerational concert celebrating the holiday season and the 10th Anniversary of its FAME Jazz Band Program (FJBP).  The FJBP provides high-quality jazz education and academic tutoring to young musicians in the Greater Washington Region. The program’s success was made possible by the remarkable leadership and commitment of its inaugural Artistic Director, Nat Adderley, Jr.—a member of the legendary Adderley jazz family and internationally renowned jazz pianist, best known for his award-winning work as musical director, composer, and arranger for the iconic Luther Vandross.

WHEN:         Saturday, December 13, 2025

               2:00 PM

WHERE:       The Performing Arts Center

Dr. Henry Wise High School
12650 Brooke Ln

 Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Event hosted by Jacquie Gales Webb, WHUR Radio Host and Gales-Webb Productions CEO.

Performances by FAME Jazz Band Alumni professional musicians: Langston Hughes II, William Porter II, Brandon Seaforth, Julian Wilson, and Ella Wheeler; the FAME Jazz Ensemble, FAME String Quartet, and the Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School Choir.

It’s an afternoon of music of multiple genres for one unforgettable evening of festive fun.

General Admission Tickets: $20.

FAME was founded in 2004 by A. Toni Lewis to ensure that every young musician is prepared for college, career, and lifelong learning. FAME’s mission is to give every young musician the best opportunity to succeed in life by providing music training and academic support. The FAME Jazz Band has become a flagship program of FAME, transforming young lives and fostering talent rooted in dedication and excellence. FAME believes that children, teens, and young adults, regardless of social and economic need, should have access to quality music and education as part of their journey to adulthood.  Learn more at: https://famemusic.org

TICKETS & EVENT DETAILS:

Tickets are available at:  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fzskmyu