$15/general, $10/seniors/, $5/students
DOUBLE BILL: Opening act is the Claire Daly Trio with Jason Emmond, bass and Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius, piano. Followed by Heard, a six-piece world jazz band.
NYC based baritone saxophonist Claire Daly is a multiple jazz award winner who makes the low notes. Claire performed with the Robert Palmer “Addicted To Love” tour, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Louis Cole BB, the Diva Big Band and many more.
Heard is a collective of musicians that bring their skills and passion for world music, jazz and improvising together to create irresistible grooves set in a unique sonic tapestry. Together for a decade, their vibrant sound incorporates influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond. Their debut CD Karibu reached #15 on the WorldJazz charts and 2018's daring Flyway is similarly garnering much critical acclaim.
Energetic & upbeat, Heard will open your ears & hearts..and get you up and dancing!
Their core quintet includes Jonathan Greene (woodwinds), Bobby Kendall (bass), Brian Melick (drums), Zorkie Nelson (percussion/vocals), and Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius (keyboard/vocals). They also often feature amazing special guests, including: Augustina Nelson (dance/percussion/vocals), and Fosino Nelson (dance/percussion/vocals) Melora Creager (cello), Aston “Robot” Ellis (steel drums), Nate Giroux (woodwinds), George Muscatello (guitar), Lou Smaldone (bass) and Rich Syracuse (bass).