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Born March 19, 1919, pianist and composer Lennie Tristano has come to be considered one of the most influential jazz artists of the 1950s, as much for his performances and recordings, as for his unique approach to teaching improvisation in a manner that became a bridge from bebop to later styles.
Tristano was also a regular at the original Birdland from 1949 through the early 1960s. For this celebration, Birdland brings together a group of jazz all-stars to explore Tristano’s style, compositions, and influence.
Quintet featuring:
Helen Sung (piano)
Greg Osby (alto saxophone)
Jaleel Shaw (alto saxophone)
Ben Allison (bass)
Matt Wilson (drums)
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8:30 & 11 PM
Tristano was also a regular at the original Birdland from 1949 through the early 1960s. For this celebration, Birdland brings together a group of jazz all-stars to explore Tristano’s style, compositions, and influence.
Quintet featuring:
Helen Sung (piano)
Greg Osby (alto saxophone)
Jaleel Shaw (alto saxophone)
Ben Allison (bass)
Matt Wilson (drums)
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8:30 & 11 PM
Age Guidance: 16
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Audience Advisory:
There is a $10.00 food or drink minimum per person. Dinner is served between 5pm-1am.
