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Join us for a special evening with the Chicago Skyliners Big Band on Tuesday, September 16, from 7-8:30 pm at Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park. All ages are welcome to enjoy the sounds of this celebrated ensemble, formed in 1988 to preserve the musical legacy of the Big Band Era. Since becoming the house band at FitzGeralds Night Club in 1991, the Chicago Skyliners have garnered recognition as one of the top Big Bands in Chicagoland, performing contemporary arrangements of classics by legends like Count Basie and Sammy Nestico. Praised by the Chicago Tribune and Jazziz Magazine for their exceptional soloists and vibrant ensemble work, this band promises a captivating experience of America’s quintessential swing music. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy great music while also learning about the Transformation Challenge beginning soon—further details are available at wilmettepark.org/event-list/cfc-transformation-challenge/.