The Curtom Orchestra tickets

Formed in Chicago, The Curtom Orchestra is a musical collective that centers on the music of Curtis Mayfield. Created in the late 1960s, The Curtom Orchestra is a mix of musical styles ranging from soul-jazz to funk and R&B. In particular, the orchestra is known for its innovative use of the electric guitar, drawing inspiration from jazz and blues musicians of the time. The group put out several influential albums throughout the years, featuring the works of Mayfield as well as those of the other members, and had their biggest success with the self-titled 'Curtom Orchestra' album in 1975. The album spawned the hit single 'Freddie's Dead' which topped the R&B charts and was later featured in the 1972 film Super Fly. The band continued to perform throughout the 1970s and 80s in various touring formations, but eventually disbanded in 1990. The legacy of The Curtom Orchestra still lives on today and their albums remain influential in many