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Joey Calderazzo

1 concert

Pianist Joey Calderazzo plays modern mainstream jazz, starting his career with Blue Note albums. He joined Michael Brecker's band in 1987, recorded with numerous jazz artists, and replaced Kenny Kirkland in the Branford Marsalis Quartet.

Branford Marsalis

11 concerts

Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis was born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Emerging in the 1980s alongside his brother Wynton, he has performed post-bop, classical, funk, and rock. Known for leading his acclaimed quartet and serving as musical director for The Tonight Show, he has also collaborated with Sting, Miles Davis, and Bruce Hornsby.

Joe Lovano

6 concerts

Grammy-winning saxophonist Joe Lovano was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1952. A prominent post-bop improviser, he blends traditional bop with modal and free jazz. Rising to fame in the 1990s through acclaimed Blue Note albums like Universal Language and 52nd Street Themes, he has collaborated widely with legends like Hank Jones and Paul Motian.

Steven Wilson

Steven Wilson is a six-time Grammy nominee and founding member of Porcupine Tree. His last three solo albums reached the UK top 5. A pioneer in spatial audio, he has remixed classic acts including The Who, King Crimson, and New Order.

John Patitucci

John Patitucci, born in Brooklyn, is a renowned jazz bassist known for his work in various genres. A 4-time Grammy winner, he's collaborated with legends like Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, and Alicia Keys. As a composer, he has sixteen solo albums and writes for chamber groups and orchestras. Notable projects include the John Patitucci Electric Guitar Quartet and collaborations with the Harlem String Quartet.

George Garzone

Boston-based jazz tenor sax legend; leads trio the Fringe (1972; Bob Gullotti, John Lockwood). Educator; toured w/Jamaaladeen Tacuma; with Lovano, DeJohnette.

Marcus Printup

Born in Conyers, GA, trumpeter Marcus Printout, discovered in 1991, has played with legends like Betty Carter & in the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. Known for Blue Note albums & diverse styles from funk to jazz.

Mike Mainieri

Mike Mainieri, born vibraphonist, joined jazz at 14 with Paul Whiteman and played in Buddy Rich's band (1956-1963). Worked with legends like Benny Goodman and Wes Montgomery; led White Elephant and Steps Ahead; influenced jazz fusion; recorded for labels like Aristo, Warner Bros., and founded NYC label. Collaborated widely, including with Brecker Brothers and Steve Gadd.