Chicago Jazz Festival

      I am honored and excited to announce that my quartet will perform at this year's Chicago Jazz Festival!  My aunt Cynthia moved to Chicago from our hometown of Cincinnati when I was 6 years old, and shortly after, my family began attending the Chicago Jazz Festival.  One of the concerts I remember most is Wayne Shorter performing his compositions arranged for a large ensemble of Chicago musicians.  I remember the colorful sounds that Wayne sent soaring into the air during his solos.  Sitting on the lawn in front of the Petrillo Band Shell with my family, I tried to soak in all the textures of sound.  

     The Chicago Jazz Festival has always been something I've looked forward to throughout the summer.  I hope you will join me and my fellow bandmates at this year's Fest!