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John Yao Quintet at Ibeam Brooklyn
Courtesy of John Yao | Posted on May 26, 2015
Where
Ibeam Brooklyn
168 7th Street
Brooklyn, NY
Map
(646) 456-6532
When
Sun, May 31, 2015
7:30 pm
At Door
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Musicians
John Yao
tromboneJon Irabagon
saxophone, sopraninoRandy Ingram
pianoPeter Brendler
bassShawn Baltazor
drumsAbout
Experimental, melodic and unpredictable. The John Yao Quintet features the unique compositions of Trombonist John Yao which are firmly rooted in the jazz tradition but not afraid to step out into the free-rider zone at times. Yao’s music gives the players free rein to let loose all the while exploring the concepts of opposing forces—of chaos and order, together and apart, individual and group. Following their 2013 release, "In the Now" (Innova), the Quintet returns to Cornelia with a new collections of compositions before they step into the studio in the beginning of June.
“Freedom and streamlined focus don’t often get along on jazz recordings, but when they do, it can make for an inspired outing. Trombonist John Yao managed to merge these divergent pathways into a single direction on his debut album, creating a flavorful feast for the senses. Yao’s music is teeming with danger and uncertainty.” Dan Bilawasky, All About Jazz ...