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This Weekend! (January 25-27)
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Friday & Saturday Jan 25 & 26 | 7 & 9:30 pm
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Eric Alexander Quartet
Eric Alexander has appeared on record as a leader, sideman, producer, and composer. He has earned praise from critics and, even more important, established his own voice within the bebop tradition. The Eric Alexander Quartet has toured extensively around the world and has released seven recordings on the Milestone and Alfa (Japan) labels. See the Eric Alexander Quartet feat. David Hazeltine, piano, John Webber, bass and Joe Farnsworth, drums at the Jazz Forum!
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NOTE: NEW SUNDAY SCHEDULE!
One Band for Two Sets
Jan 27 | 4 & 6 pm
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Empathia Duo
Paul Ricci & Mafalda Minnozzi
+ Rogerio Boccato
Italian born singer Mafalda Minnozzi has an impressive recording career predominantly in Brazil where for over 20 years she has made a name for herself as a musician. Paul Ricci is a New York guitarist who, together with Mafalda Minnozzi as the Empathia Duo, is able to present a combination of cultures and influences that truly grasps the attention of their audience.
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Next Weekend! (February 1-3)
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Friday & Saturday Feb 1 & 2 | 7 & 9:30 pm
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Julius Rodriguez Quintet
An all-star quintet of young lions brings you the fresh sound of jazz’s up and coming talents. Julius’ budding career boasts shows at well-known venues such as Jazz At Lincoln Center, Jazz Standard, and Smalls Jazz Club and performances with recognizable names including Javon Jackson, James Morrison, Wynton Marsalis, and Jazzmeia Horn. See the Julius Rodriguez Quintet feat. Giveton Gelin, trumpet, Philip Norris, bass, Brian Richburg, drums, and Alina Engibaryn, vocals at the Jazz Forum!
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Friday & Saturday Feb 8 & 9 | 7 & 9:30 pm
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Matt Wilson’s Honey & Salt
Few musicians embody the spontaneous energy of jazz like Matt Wilson. The New York-based drummer combines buoyant zeal, idiosyncratic style, infectious humor, joyous swing and an indomitable spirit of surprise. Wilson has released thirteen albums as a leader. His latest recording, Honey And Salt (Music Inspired By The Poetry Of Carl Sandburg), was recognized on over thirty worldwide “Best of 2017” lists, including Top Ten in the National Public Radio Critics Poll, JazzTimes, Irish Times, Boston Globe, Jazziz and All About Jazz. The album received a coveted 5-star review (masterpiece) in DownBeat.
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NOTE: NEW SUNDAY SCHEDULE!
One Band for Two Sets
Feb 10 | 4 & 6 pm
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Michael Weiss Trio feat. Paul Gill & Mark Taylor
“…one of the most dynamic young pianists in jazz,” by the Chicago Tribune.
Pianist Michael Weiss, grand prize winner of the 2000 BMI/Thelonious Monk Institute Composers Competition, has established a formidable reputation working with Johnny Griffin, Art Farmer and Wynton Marsalis. In addition to his demand as a sideman, Weiss’ role as bandleader, recording artist, composer, arranger and educator have earned him accolades from both audiences and critics.
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Presenting Sponsor
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Partner Organization
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