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Keiko Matsui
Free-Spirited Contemporary Jazz
“There is a strong spiritual quality Keiko Matsui brings to all of her creative projects.”
– The Los Angeles Times
Acclaimed pianist, composer and humanitarian Keiko Matsui’s transcendent and haunting melodies have long sought to build bridges. Her sonic cultural exchange has reached the hearts and minds of fans throughout the world and has allowed the pianist to work alongside icons Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder, Hugh Masekela and Bob James. Learn more >>
Patricia Barber
Postmodern Jazz Diva
THU MAY 23 • 7PM & 9PM
“Distinctiveness of her vocals… The liquidity of her lines, delicacy of her expression and otherworldly quality of her tone pointed to a singer who has honed a profoundly autobiographical sound.”
– Chicago Tribune
As a pianist and vocalist, Patricia Barber is a force to be reckoned with. As a songwriter, she is pure devastation. In a sea of vocal jazz talent, Chicago-based Patricia Barber floats to the top due to her imaginative, often witty original lyrics, her hauntingly beautiful melodies, and her daring, topsy-turvy renovations of standards and pop covers. Learn more >>
Matt Wilson & His Orchestra
Beloved Local Artist