Brian Shaw, former professor of trumpet and jazz studies at LSU, is returning to Baton Rouge with a special group of friends — the 17-piece Bellevue College Jazz Band, for a one-night-only performance at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center. It all takes place June 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Based in Seattle, Bellevue College is one of the significant contributors to the rich history of jazz education in the Northwest. Its jazz band has performed at festivals throughout the US, receiving top honors at the Lionel Hampton, Reno and Fullerton Jazz Festivals. It has also performed in concert in Europe, South America, Asia, Washington D.C. and, most recently, New Orleans.

Joining the group for this magical evening are some of Shaw’s Louisiana buddies: bassist Bill Grimes, pianist Oscar Rossignoli, guitarist Steve Masakowski, drummer Chad Braud and saxophonists Roderick Paulin and Brad Walker.

The concert is free, on a first-come, first-served basis.