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HENDRIK MEURKENS QUINTET

February 6 @ 7:30 pm ~10:30 pm EST

$35

Hendrik Meurkens, a virtuoso on both the chromatic harmonica and the vibraphone, is the most important jazz harmonica player since Toots Thielemans. German-born but now based in New York, Meurkens’ recordings and performances garner worldwide acclaim because the transcendent beauty of his music has universal appeal.

A two-mallet player in the tradition of Milt Jackson and Bobby Hutcherson, Hendrik Meurkens was en-route to being an instantly recognizable vibraphonist when he heard Toots Thielemans. Inspired by the sound of Thielemans’ harmonica, he taught himself the difficult-to-master instrument.

Hendrik Meurkens’ other life-changing musical experience was his introduction to samba and bossa nova. He was so moved by Brazilian music that after perfecting his unique musical voice at Berklee, as a vibraphone major, he moved to Rio in the early 80s to totally immerse himself in music and culture of Brazil.

Sets: 7:30pm & 9:00pm

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Date:
February 6
Time:
7:30 pm ~10:30 pm EST
Cost:
$35
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Website:
https://smallslive.com

Venue

Smalls
183 West 10th Street - Basement
New York City, NY 10014 United States
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