Hailed as one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation and “highest category of improvising musicians” (New Yorker), Julian Lage has spent more than a decade searching through the myriad strains of American musical history via impeccable technique, free association and a spirit of infinite possibility. The California-born New York-based musician boasts a prolific …
With guests Free Golf Clubs Taking inspiration from The Bad Plus, Happy Apple, and Paul Motian trio, Free Golf Clubs plays free music with a heavy emphasis on striking melodies. Incorporating electronic elements into the bassless quartet setting the band provides an engaging take on modern improvised music. Line up Zane Baker- Drums Holly Sangster- …
Allen Jacobson’s Slide Zone is a trombone Quartet (+ bass and drums) consisting of Edmonton’s most creative trombonists. The ensemble explores the soundscapes of contemporary music with repertoire ranging from Bebop to Bartok to Original compositions. Experience the Trombone as a creative force in improvised music…Slide Zone Allen Jacobson- Trombone Ken Read- Bass Trombone Peter …
The Tiegen Costa Quartet strives to bring elements of post-60s contemporary bop and combine them with strong roots in blues/soul music. The quartet is an approachable sound that expresses both original music, and standards within the jazz lexicon. Line up Tiegen Costa- Guitar Eric Zeller- Drums Josh Krushel- Piano Kessler Douglas- Bass
Craig has never been one to sit still for long. His music ranges from genre defining electronic jazz to post-bebop hard swinging quintets, sextets and, contemplative through composed chamber jazz that explore wind instruments to their fullest. Craig has always explored the possibilities of sound and has been hard to label, as he is continually …
Headed by Snarky Puppy’s multi Grammy–winning percussion duo of Robert Sput Searight and Nate Werth, Ghost-Note is an explosion of sound. With an expansive roster of next-level musicians—representing members of Prince, Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar, Marcus Miller, Toto, Justin Timberlake, and more—the band is pushing funk music into the future, building …
"Hamilton" is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and show tunes, "Hamilton" has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater--a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education.
This show will feature some of Aretha’s most recent compositions, drawing on influences and experiences from her recent graduation from the Global Jazz Master’s program in Boston. Aretha Tillotson is a Canadian upright and electric bassist and composer. She has performed as a side woman for Mike Murley, Jim Head, and Charlie Austin, Josh Rosen, …
Combining Gareth Gilliland’s thoughtful songwriting with collective improvisation, Social Eyes explores the connections between folk melodies, jazz harmony, and electronic music. The ensemble draws inspiration from Bill Frisell, Bon Iver, Bonnie Raitt, and Thelonious Monk. Line up Gareth Gilliland- Guitar/Voice Holly Sangster- Alto Saxophone/Voice Connell Stinnissen- Bass Biboye Onanuga- Drums
Since winning the Thelonious Monk competition in 2010, vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant has been blazing trails in jazz and art music, earning multiple Grammys, receiving a MacArthur Fellowship, and sharing five critically acclaimed releases with music lovers across the globe. Line up Cécile McLorin Salvant – Voice Sullivan Fortner – Piano Marvin Sewell – Guitar …
