Opening Reception for musicWitness®: The Art of Jeff Schlanger | 5pm
Pre-Show Discussion featuring John Szwed and Jeff Schlanger | 7pm
Live painting during the concert
Founded in 2001, the Warriors are 13 of the most creative musicians in modern jazz. Led by Philly-based saxophonist, Bobby Zankel, the Warriors of the Wonderful Sound have been called “a unique amalgam of the rhythm and intricacy of bebop, with the soul and drive of hard-bop,and the spirituality, creativity and intensity of the avant garde.” These performance are presented in partnership with Ars Nova.
Due to a family emergency, Oliver Lake will not be performing. The great Don Byron will be joining the Warriors as the special guest for the evening.
Bobby Zankel, alto saxaphone
Don Byron, clarinet
Julian Pressley, alto saxophone
Diane Monroe, violin
Josh Lawrence, trumpet
Stan Slotter, trumpet
John Swana, trombone
Steve Swell, trombone
Tom Lawton, piano
Lee Smith, bass
Craig McIver, drums
