The Jazzschool Piano Sale
Pianist/keyboardist, singer, composer, arranger Matt Jenson lights up the connection between roots-reggae and soul-jazz with his Mix Up Mix Up band featuring trombonist Jeff Cressman, guitarist Jesse Engel, drummer Reese Bullen, and bassist Rob Ewing. The group presents original compositions and creative re-workings of pop, jazz and reggae anthems by Bob Marley, Duke Ellington, Thelonius Monk, Marvin Gaye, George Gershwin, Chopin and more. Their creative interplay, embedded in the intoxicating riddims of Jamaican reggae in an acoustic jazz setting, gives nourishment to the mind, body and soul. Feel the positive vibrations of the Mix Up Mix Up!
Sharmila G. Lash returns after 3 years with her “Music for, by, and about Women” project, presenting a set of chamber vocal ensemble pieces, followed by a set of jazz tunes. They will present music by Melissa Dunphy, Reena Esmail, Mary Lou Williams, and more. With a very special guest!
A portion of ticket proceeds will be donated to Planned Parenthood Mar Monte.
Jazz Piano Masters Series
2ND SHOW ADDED!5pm & 7:30pm
Michael Wolff brings his Trio to Piedmont Piano Company, featuring Mike Clark on drums, for a gorgeous evening of jazz. Michael will also be reading excerpts from his best-selling memoir, On That Note!!
Jazz Piano Masters SeriesTWO SHOWS 5:30pm & 8pm
Composer and band leader Gerald Clayton searches for honest expression in every note he plays. With harmonic curiosity and critical awareness, he develops musical narratives that unfold as a result of both deliberate searching and chance uncovering. Don't miss this GRAMMY-nominated pianist's first appearance at the piano store.
Herbie Hancock says of Carmen Staaf: “A consummate jazz pianist with equal talent in composition, orchestration and arranging… She very much displays a complete knowledge of the history of her instrument but more importantly Carmen is constantly reaching beyond history and is not afraid to go into the unknown and challenge herself at every moment. A bright future awaits her.” Staaf will present a set of standards and originals in this rare solo showcase.
