Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this event, please note a refund will be issued as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Citizens Jazz explores the brilliant compositions of an unknown giant of jazz, Benny Golson. Raised […]
Citizens Jazz pays tribute to legendary American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer, and singer John Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie. Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style of Roy Eldridge but adding layers of harmonic and rhythmic complexity previously unheard in jazz. In the 1940s, Gillespie, with Charlie Parker, became a major figure […]
Citizens Jazz, led by bassist Caroline Chung, brings together some of the Bay Area’s most notable jazz musicians to play the compositions of legendary composer, musician, and vocalist Billy Strayhorn. FEATURING: Adriana Morerro (guest) - vocals Riley Bandy - alto saxophone James Mahone - tenor saxophone Grant Levin - piano Caroline Chung - upright […]
