OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (Aug. 20, 2024) — Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) is hosting “An Evening with Boney James” on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center.
James’ saxophone concert is the season-opener for the college’s 2024-25 Performing Arts Series.
“Oklahoma City Community College is excited to have ‘An Evening with Boney James’ to kick off our 2024-25 Performing Arts Series,” said Dr. Mautra Staley Jones, president of OCCC. “We invite our community and visitors from around the state and region to enjoy our beautiful venue and what promises to be an incredible performance from the talented Boney James.”
James is a renowned musician, performer, writer and producer. The New York native picked up the saxophone at age 10 and never looked back, parlaying his love of R&B into a musical aesthetic. He turned pro before his 20th birthday and became an in-demand touring sax and keyboard player for Morris Day, the Isley Brothers, and many others.
In 1992, James launched his solo career, which has spawned 18 studio albums, including 2022’s “Detour.” A dozen of his albums have landed at No. 1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Album chart. During his 30-year career, Boney has earned four Grammy nominations, two NAACP Image Award nominations, and a Soul Train Award.
“What drives me is my love of making music and my desire for people to hear what I’ve made,” James said. “I still love the communal aspect of playing live. There’s nothing else like it.”
OCCC’s 2024-25 Performing Arts Series is supported by a sponsorship from the Oklahoma Arts Council.
Purchase tickets online at tickets.occc.edu or by phone by calling the OCCC Box Office at (405) 682-7579.
About Oklahoma City Community College
Since its inception in 1972, Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) has been the heartbeat of the metro, dedicated to empowering learners and strengthening communities. Serving more than 18,000 students, we are committed to producing leaders. “Student Success, Community Enrichment” is our mission, and we offer more than 87 degree and certificate programs that provide a foundation for further education or immediate career readiness. We remain dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, high-quality education that equips students to achieve personal and professional goals. OCCC is more than an institution; we are a community catalyst, fostering growth and success in our city, our workforce, and the lives of our students. Discover your potential at OCCC, where your future is our purpose.
Media Contact:
Sarah Barrow
Executive Director of Communication
405-834-5406
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