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October 29 & 30
Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet
Tula’s, 8:30, $16 general, $10 students Reservations: 206-443-4221
The youngest of the Marsalis clan, Jason Marsalis is an immensely talented and musical percussionist. Tonight, he will perform songs from his current recording Music Update, which represents his debut recording on vibes after nearly two decades of working and recording as a drummer. He plays with a formidable trio of young musicians he met at a residency at Florida State University: Austin Johnson, piano; Will Goble, bass; and David Potter, drums. Marsalis first started performing on the vibes eight years ago, and since then he has skillfully developed a group concept. His recording, and no doubt the evening’s program, will feature original compositions like “Offbeat Personality” and “Ballet Class,” which owe a distinct debt to the Modern Jazz Quartet. Marsalis also pays tribute to the original master of jazz vibes, Lionel Hampton, with covers of “Midnight Sun” and Charlie Christian’s “Seven Come Eleven.” These performances also mark his Seattle debut as headliner.
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