Madison Jazz Jam - Madison Jazz Society
6/11: MADISON JAZZ FESTIVAL-JANET PLANET TRIO . The spirited and vivacious Fox Valley vocalist Janet Planet and her trio will kick off the ACG 2023 summer concerts series. New York Magazine calls her a “sultry vocalist with a vast repertoire of jazz, blues, and standards…with some Bob Dylan thrown in for good measure.” The trio includes Tom Theabo, guitar; Dave Story, bass; and Ryan Korb, percussion. Allen Centennial Garden , 620 Babcock Drive. 5pm. Free event.
MADISON JAZZ FESTIVAL-THE BAD PLUS & MARC RIBOT . Now in their 21st year, The Bad Plus continues to push boundaries as founding members Reid Anderson (bass) and Dave King (drums) embark on a new piano-less incarnation of the band with Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (tenor saxophone) – instigating a new wave of excitement and anticipation within the band that is re-energizing their sound and inspiration. The Bad Plus have constantly searched to bridge genres and techniques while exploring the infinite
TOM WASELCHUK WINTER TRIO . This brand new project from the intrepid guitarist and vocalist Tom Waselchuk is all jazz swing. His band-mates for this outdoor concert are Jon Vriesacker, violin & vocals, and Matt Rodgers, bass & vocals. UW Allen Centennial Garden, 5pm. Free admission.
Madison Jazz Jam - Madison Jazz Society