UPCOMING SHOWS

Mikailo Kasha Plays Ray Brown’s “Don’t Get Sassy” @ SFJAZZ
May
15
to May 16

Mikailo Kasha Plays Ray Brown’s “Don’t Get Sassy” @ SFJAZZ

Described by trumpeter and Count Basie Orchestra director Scotty Barnhart as “in the top 1% of bassists worldwide,” the acclaimed bassist and former SFJAZZ High School All-Stars member Mikailo Kasha honors bass legend Ray Brown and his 1994 Telarc trio album Don't Get Sassy.

A pioneering musician who was foundational to the development of bebop, Ray Brown is best known for his work with Oscar Peterson’s iconic trio and with Ella Fitzgerald in addition to his later career as a bandleader over his six decades in music.

He had lengthy associations with Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Carter, Barney Kessel, and the L.A. Four, and released dozens of albums under his own name.

In the late 1980s, Brown began a fruitful relationship with Telarc Records that saw the release of 21 albums over 24 years including his 1994 trio date Don't Get Sassy, his fifth date for the label.

Joined by Berkeley-raised pianist Benny Green and veteran drummer Jeff Hamilton, Brown brings a bone-deep command and youthful energy to the masterful program of standards including a medley of Duke Ellington classics, Sachal Distel's 1962 pop gem "The Good Life" (popularized by Tony Bennett), and a standout version of the Thad Jones title composition, as well as Brown's own contribution "Brown's New Blues."  

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Sunshine Jazz Organization Presents: International Jazz Month Concert
Apr
4

Sunshine Jazz Organization Presents: International Jazz Month Concert

International Jazz Month Concert

Fri, Apr 04

Black Archives - Historic Lyric Theater

Experience an unforgettable evening as we present a special concert in celebration of International Jazz Month, featuring an incredible lineup of talented musicians, including Melton Mustafa Jr., Val Woods, Mojo Ike, and Jessie Jones Jr.

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Anthony Hervey Jazz Concert in Miami | Jazz Encounters at WDNA Jazz Gallery
Feb
14

Anthony Hervey Jazz Concert in Miami | Jazz Encounters at WDNA Jazz Gallery

Experience the electrifying sounds of Anthony Hervey, a trailblazing trumpeter redefining the jazz scene, live at the WDNA Jazz Gallery. This Valentine’s Day, treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies, dynamic rhythms, and awe-inspiring improvisation.

Anthony Hervey is a visionary jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader whose innovative approach to jazz blends tradition with modernity. A Juilliard alum and protégé of Wynton Marsalis, Hervey has performed on prestigious stages worldwide, captivating audiences with his powerful sound and artistic fines


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