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This event is a tribute to Douglass alum, Jimmy Rushing, in celebration of his birthday. Open to the public, free of charge.

James Andrew Rushing, known as Jimmy Rushing, was an American blues shouter and swing jazz singer from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, best known as the featured vocalist of Count Basie's Orchestra from 1935 to 1948.

While attending Douglass High School in Oklahoma City, he studied music theory and sang in the school glee club.

Please plan to attend if your schedule permits.