JON COWHERD

The pianist, composer and arranger is best known as the co-founder and co-director of Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band. He has worked extensively as an arranger, producer, songwriter and accompanist with a vast range of artists, such as Cassandra Wilson, John Scofield and Lizz Wright to Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile, Rosanne Cash, Norah Jones, Glen Hansard and more.

He is also a leader in his own right having released three acclaimed albums of his own. For this night, he performs in trio with an all-star rhythm section including drummer Brian Blade and bassist John Patitucci — the group from Cowherd’s most recent album Pride and Joy on Le Cowhich was named one of the year’s best by Downbeat critics, NPR.

The Band: Jon Cowherd, John Patitucci, Brian Blade

Tickets: $40.00~$145.00

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BEN WOLFE QUARTET

RECORD RELEASE

Following his acclaimed 2023 release Unjust, which received accolades from DownBeat, The Wall Street Journal, NPR and more, esteemed bassist and composer Ben Wolfe returns with The Understated. This project features a mix of new compositions and fresh takes on his earlier works, with a notable emphasis on ballads, showcasing Wolfe’s ability to transform the classic song form into a cohesive narrative.

Wolfe has always been drawn to finding beauty in subtlety. He perceives a certain tranquility and elegance in the Coltrane Quartet, Louis Armstrong’s Hot Fives and Sevens, the legendary Miles Davis bands and rhythm sections, and the music of Charlie Parker. While he, of course, revels at the immense world-building energy of this music, it’s the “other side” – the elusive, magical aspect that endlessly captivates him – the understated. The composer draws inspiration most from the ensemble work of these hallmark jazz ensembles. Despite the individual parts being extraordinarily beautiful on their own, the musicians in these archetypal ensembles play only what is needed to serve the music, paying particular attention to the band-sound moreso
than their individual sound.
The Understated embodies this ethos with a tremendously impactful ensemble-oriented approach. The Understated is a testament to Wolfe’s dedication to finding beauty in subtlety and ensemble performance, offering listeners a tranquil and elegant listening experience.

The Band: Ben Wolfe ~ Bass | Nicole Glover ~ Saxophone | Orrin Evans ~ Piano | Aaron Kimmel ~ Drums

Cover: $35.00 ~ $110.00

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RON SAVAGE

The Ron Savage Berklee Trio features two of Berklee’s stalwart and renowned

faculty performers in award-winning composer Consuelo Candelaria-Barry and
legendary acoustic bassist Ron Mahdi. The trio has performed locally and
internationally for years including Taiwan, Capo Verde, Umbria Jazz and many
more. Their music focuses on mixing expressive originals and music from the
African diaspora. Their performance at the Nash will feature the one and only tenor saxophonist Bill Pierce.
Drummer Ron Savage currently serves as the inaugural Vice President and Executive Director of Berklee College of Music.
The Band: Ron Savage~drums | Consuelo Candelaria-Barry~piano | Ron Mahdi~bass | Bill Pierce~saxophone
Tickets: $49.00 | 1/2 Price Student tickets are available in the Tables & Banquettes sections. Use code “student” at checkout, (25 & Under with valid ID)

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JACQUES LESURE

Hosting the Jazz Jam Session every Monday Night

Jacques Lesure has performed and recorded with some of the top names in music. He has been fortunate to share the stage with musicians in many genres. He has played with Bernadette Peters, Pharoah Sanders, Gregory Porter,Jimmy Smith, Carmen Lundy, the Clark Sisters, Little Milton, James Brown and numerous others.

He has appeared in commercials, on television, in stage in plays and motion pictures including the Oscar winning film, La La Land.

 

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SPIKE WILNER

Trio Contrafactus with special guest Peter Bernstein

Wilner’s career took off in New York’s vibrant jazz scene, performing at iconic venues like the Village Gate and becoming a fixture at Smalls Jazz Club, where he recorded “Late Night: Live At Smalls.” Over the past 15 years, he’s collaborated with jazz greats such as Peter Bernstein, Joe Magnarelli, Grant Stewart, Jesse Davis, Eric Alexander, Jim Rotundi, Joe Farnsworth, Bob Mover, Ian Hedrickson-Smith, Ryan Kisor, Steve Davis, Ralph Lalama, Paul Gill, Neal Miner, Joe Strasser, Ari Roland, Chris Byars, Sherman Irby, Joel Frahm, Omer Avital, Stephon Harris and many others.

An accomplished educator, Spike has taught at institutions like the Brooklyn Conservatory and Juilliard. With several albums to his name, including “Portraits” and “Planet Jazz: In Orbit,” Spike Wilner continues to captivate audiences with his masterful improvisation and deep understanding of jazz history.

Jazz guitarist Peter Bernstein has been a part of the jazz scene in New York and abroad since 1989. During that time he has participated in numerous recordings and performances with musicians from all generations. As a leader, Peter has released nine albums and a DVD. As a sideman Peter has appeared in groups led by Sonny Rollins, Bobby Hutcherson, George Coleman, Lou Donaldson, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Fathead Newman, Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Diana Krall, Lee Konitz, Jimmy Cobb and many more. Current projects include his album, Monk, with Doug Weiss and Bill Stewart, a recently released solo record, Solo Guitar – Live at Smalls, and the highly acclaimed organ trio with organist Larry Goldings and drummer Bill Stewart.

Tickets: $25.50 ~ $55.50

Shows: 7:00pm |  9:15pm

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