Alexander Brott Trio feat. Dwayne Clemons (NY)

Overview

In connection with the exhibition Through The Playful Eyes of Elliott Erwitt, we offer an evening of classic jazz played by musicians with deep roots in tradition. Alexander Brott Trio offers swinging and melodic jazz with roots in the 40s and 50s. This is jazz for those who love tradition, presence and music that takes its time. A relaxed evening where you listen, sit back and enjoy.

Special Guest for tonight: Dwayne Clemons

One of a kind musician and one of the last true jazz trumpeters

Dwayne Clemons was raised in Dallas, Texas but moved to New York in the 80's and quickly became a fixture on the scene, playing regularly at classic clubs such as Smalls Jazz Club, Fat Cat and Mezzrow. He studied with legends like Dizzy Gillespie, Red Garland and James Clay and performed with musicians like Clarence"C"Sharpe, Jonah Jones, Barry Harris and Tommy Turrentine to name a few. He now resides in Copenhagen and tours regularly around the area. He is a one of a kind musician and one of the last true jazz trumpeters.

Info & Tickets:

Time: 7.30-9.30 PM
2 sets with a short break in between
Where: Barscene floor 2 
General admission to the museum
Members free of charge, book logged in or become a member here

About Alexander Brott Trio

Alexander Brott is a Swedish/Canadian guitarist and composer who plays with some of the world's finest jazz musicians in New York City and Europe. He has made a name for himself through his unique melodicism, impressive technique and comprehensive knowledge of the jazz styles of the 30’s to 50’s. Clemons and Brott have played together for years and have developed a strong musical connection based on their mutual love for classic jazz. They will be playing as a quartet this evening with the great Swedish rhythm section of Kenji Rabson on bass and Moussa Fadera, performing favorite selections from the New York jazz tradition.