CHARLES MCPHERSON QUINTET
For more than 60 years, saxophonist Charles McPherson has been one of the most expressive and highly regarded voices in jazz. His rich musical style, rooted in the blues and bebop, has influenced and inspired generations of musicians and listeners. Wynton Marsalis, a longtime admirer says: “Charles is the very definition of excellence in our music.
He is the definitive master on this instrument. He plays with exceptional harmonic accuracy and sophistication. He performs free-flowing, melodic and thematically developed solos with unbelievable fire and an unparalleled depth of soul.”
The Band
Charles McPherson ~ also saxophone
Terell Stafford ~ trumpet | July 25th & 26th only
Javon Jackson ~ saxophone | July 24th only
Jeb Patton ~ piano
David Wong ~ bass
Billy Drummond ~ drums
Showtimes: Thursday @ 7:00pm | Friday & Saturday @ 6:00pm & 8:30pm
Cover: $45.00 ~ $55.00 +fee | Streaming $15.00 +fee
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is leaving the Midwest for Bull City in the Mid~Atlantic state of North Carolina. The city is Durham and the Bull Durham tobacco brand is synonymous to the city. However, not to be distracted, this voyager is going to the social hub for music in the heart of downtown, Missy Lane’s Assembly Room, for an evening of jazz.
Bassist Butler Knowles is leading the jazz jam sets into the night and I am always curious to discover what new and established talent will turn out to perform. This is always one of my favorite expeditions as I always catch a different groove in each city I visit.
The vibe is cocktail lounge with plush couches, candlelit tables, chandeliers and baby grands coupled with late night bites for fingering. The $20.00 reservation deposit is applied towards the minimum, with no refund for any unspent portion.
Missy Lane’s Assembly Room is located at 310 E. Main Street 27701 For more information contact the venue at https://www.missylanes.com.
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GOTHAM YARDBIRD SANCTUARY RENAISSANCE CIRCLE
Gotham Yardbird Sanctuary is a not-for-profit 501 (C)(3) organization that was founded in response to the 2020 global pandemic and it’s impact on NYC’s Jazz community and local businesses.
After gaining strong collaboration experiences with great local nonprofits and businesses, we are planning to take on meaningful projects and campaigns for social justice causes. One venue is Ornithology Jazz Club.
Tonight they present two bands under the auspices of Renaissance Circle: Orfeu Talks Of Sonnets by @Jayshawn LivesLavish Lee
Early Bird Show: 6:30 pm ~ 8:30 pm
Justin Salisbury ~ piano | Matt Stravrakas ~ bass | Angus Mason ~ drums
Late Show: 9:00 pm ~ 12:00 am
Juanga Lakunza ~ trombone | Adam Lamoreaux ~ tenor saxophone | Adan Perez ~ piano | John Benitez ~ bass | EJ Strickland ~ drums
Cover: Free
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BUTLER KNOWLES
The bassist leads the jazz jam sets into the night with a groove by some of the area’s best players. the best part of the jam session is that one never knows who will show up. Surprises abound.
The vibe is cocktail lounge with a plush couches or candlelit tables with an eight chandelier and two baby grand atmosphere coupled with late night bites for fingering.
Cover: $20.00 reservation deposit |Appliedtowards minimum, no refunds if not spent.
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is leaving the Big Apple enroute to that Midwest state with the city that boasts the 630 foot Gateway Arch. Yes, people it’s St. Louis, Missouri. I love this city, even though that arch celebrates Lewis and Clark, history left out.
No longer hidden from the story, the arch now celebrates York, Clark’s enslaved servant, whose skills as a hunter, his ability to navigate and negotiate with Native American tribes, and his physical strength in tasks like hauling boats and building shelters, were all vital to their success.
Inside the city limits is a well known venue located in the Arts District named for its city, Jazz St. Louis. Two rooms feature a 220 seat and a more intimate 75 seats. It all started as Jazz at the Bistro in 1995 before becoming its current version.
On tap is a drummer I’ve yet to experience. Fortunately I have a ticket to this sold out date. Kaleb Kirby is bringing a quartet to play tribute to guitarist John Scofield. The ensemble will reimagine Scofield’s work showcasing the expressive range and rhythmic ingenuity that define the guitarist’s voice.
The Band:
Kaleb Kirby | drums
Greg Dallas | guitar
Chris Thomas | bass
Austin Cebulski | tenor saxophone
Jazz St. Louis is located at 3536 Washington Avenue, 63103. For more information contact the venue at jazzstl.org.
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