Proportioned Orchestra
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Residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties receive free general museum admission
Rivera Court
Proportioned Orchestra began as an ensemble in June 2016. Initially, the group was comprised of drums, vocals, and double bass. Dr. Professor Leonard King — drummer, vocalist, arranger, and founder of the ensemble — gradually expanded the lineup to include four double bassists, guitar, drums, and vocals.
This distinctive instrumentation allows the group to perform a wide range of material, including Dr. King’s original compositions as well as works by Astor Piazzolla, Jimi Hendrix, Charlie Parker, Gunther Schuller, George Duke, Buddy Ace, Jaco Pastorius, Thelonious Monk, and others. The group has performed at venues throughout Detroit and has recordings available worldwide.
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Proportioned Orchestra
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