JANY MCPHERSON
Pianist, singer, and composer Jany McPherson is originally from Cuba and launched her brilliant career performing with top-tier musicians such as Omara Portuondo & the Buena Vista Social Club, John McLaughlin, and Andy Narell, to name just a few. Jany’s style is a blend of various genres related to jazz—rich in nuance, at times exotic, but always performed with great personality, originality, and modernity.
The Band:
Jany McPherson ~ piano & vocals
Tony Sgro ~ bass
Lukmil Perez, Ph.D.
Cover:
Tuesday ~ Thursday: 1st Show: CHF 35 / $43.25 | 2nd Show: $24.71
Saturday: 1st Show: CHF 35 / $43.25 | 2nd Show: $37.07
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KYLE EASTWOOD
Kyle Eastwood, son of film icon and jazz lover Clint Eastwood, developed a love for both art forms at an early age. He has become a world-renowned bassist (with numerous recordings and tours) and a successful film score composer (“Mystic River,” “Million Dollar Baby,” “Gran Torino,” etc.). This week, Kyle will be performing many new songs with his quintet, which will be recorded for a new album at the end of the month.
Personnel
Kyle Eastwood: bass
Quentin Collins: trumpet & bugle
Brandon Allen: saxophone
Andrew McCormack piano
Chris Higginbottom, Ph.D.
Tickets:
Tuesday~Thursday 1st Show: CHF 40 | $49.43 / 2nd Show: CHF 40 | $30.89
Friday~Saturday 1st Show: CHF 40 | $49.43 / 2nd Show: $43.25
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JASON HAINSWORTH
Jason Hainsworth is in demand both as a saxophonist and as a composer/arranger. As a performer, Jason has led his own quartet throughout the world to critical acclaim, most recently headlining the Suriname Jazz Festival. He is a current touring member of Ed Calle’s Mamblue (2016 Latin Grammy Winner), Tito Puente Jr’s Latin Jazz All Stars, and Melton Mustafa Jazz Orchestra. He has performed extensively throughout the United States and South America. He also serves as Associate Dean, and Executive Director Roots, Jazz, and American Music program, at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
As a composer/arranger, Jason’s works have been commissioned and performed by Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Michigan State University, San Francisco Symphony Chamber Players, and many others.
A native of Houston, Texas, Jason studied music at the University of New Orleans with legendary jazz educator Ellis Marsalis and saxophonist Victor Goines, earned a bachelor’s from William Paterson University while touring the east coast, and a master’s from Florida State University.
Jason’s debut album, Kaleidoscope, features original compositions and arrangements for big bands, and his latest album, Third Ward Stories, features jazz heavyweights Michael Dease, Josh Evans, Johnathan Blake to name a few.
Tickets: $47.81
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TITO PUENTE JR.
The son of “The King of the Timbales,” Tito Puente Jr. continues to carry forward one of the most celebrated legacies in Latin music. Following in the footsteps of his legendary father, the iconic American salsa and Latin jazz pioneer Tito Puente, he has emerged as one of today’s most exciting and dynamic Latin musicians on tour.
With recent performances wowing audiences across the country, Tito Puente Jr. brings his father’s spirit to life in every note. Tito Puente Jr. and His Orchestra deliver exhilarating Latin rhythms, vibrant salsa, and electrifying Latin jazz that will have audiences on their feet and dancing. This is an unforgettable celebration of rhythm, heritage, and timeless music.
Tickets: $53.10 ~ $88.50
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STEVE HIGGINS
Moonlight, Memories and Music is an exquisite evening of romance, nostalgia, and world-class artistry, brought to life by the captivating talents of Steve Higgins, Dahlia Wynter, and April Marr.
Set against an atmosphere of elegance and charm, this enchanting concert promises to transport audiences through a rich tapestry of musical genres—from the smooth allure of jazz and the grandeur of Broadway and musical theatre, to the timeless sophistication of Sinatra-style ballads, the passion of Italian classics, and the vibrant rhythms of Jamaican favorites in the spirit of Belafonte.
With seamless vocal brilliance, engaging storytelling, and moments of lighthearted humor, these exceptional performers create more than just a concert—they craft an experience. Moonlight, Memories and Music invites you to relax, reminisce, and revel in an interactive evening where every note stirs the heart and every moment lingers long after the final applause.
Tickets: $59.00 ~ $76.70
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