Concert: The Anderson Brothers "The Music of Miles Davis"

THe Music of Miles davis

    "Music of Miles Davis"

         Join the Anderson Brothers for an unforgettable celebration of the music of one of jazz's most influential and innovative artists, Miles Davis. From the cool sophistication of Kind of Blue to the groundbreaking sounds of Birth of the Cool, Milestones, and beyond, this program explores the remarkable evolution of a musician who continually reinvented jazz.

         Featuring timeless classics such as "So What," "All Blues," "Bye Bye Blackbird," and other favorites from Davis's legendary catalog, the Anderson Brothers bring fresh energy and deep respect to this music. Through engaging stories and outstanding performances, audiences will discover how Miles Davis shaped the course of jazz and influenced generations of musicians.

    Peter and Will Anderson are identical twin brothers from Washington, D.C., recognized as two of the leading saxophonists and clarinetists of their generation. Based in New York City, they are graduates of the Juilliard School and they have headlined performances at major venues across the United States and abroad, including jazz clubs, concert halls, performing arts centers, and festivals.  Known for their virtuosic musicianship, and deep knowledge of the Great American Songbook, the Anderson Brothers have appeared on stages with artists such as Wynton Marsalis, Paquito D’Rivera, Kenny Barron, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Their performances often celebrate the music of jazz legends including Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Charlie Parker, and Miles Davis, while also showcasing their own original arrangements and compositions.

    Trumpeter Joe Boga is one of New York City's most versatile and in-demand jazz musicians. A graduate of The Juilliard School, Boga performs regularly with the legendary Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks and has appeared at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Birdland, and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Equally at home in traditional jazz, swing, big band, and classical settings, he has collaborated with artists such as Wynton Marsalis, Wycliffe Gordon, and David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Eternity Band. In addition to his performing career, Boga is an accomplished composer, arranger, and educator who has presented clinics and masterclasses throughout the United States and internationally.

    Jazz pianist Jeb Patton is widely regarded as one of the premier straight-ahead jazz pianists of his generation. A graduate of Duke University and Queens College, where he studied with jazz masters Sir Roland Hanna and Jimmy Heath, Patton has built an international reputation as a swinging, inventive pianist, arranger, composer, and educator. He received the prestigious Louis Armstrong Award for Composition from the ASCAP Foundation while completing his graduate studies.  Since moving to New York in the 1990s, Patton has toured and recorded extensively with the Heath Brothers, Jimmy Heath’s Generations Quintet, and legendary artists including Charles McPherson, George Coleman, James Moody, Antonio Hart, Lewis Nash, Roberta Gambarini, and the Dizzy Gillespie All Stars. 

    Paul Wells is one of New York City's most respected jazz drummers, known for his impeccable swing, versatility, and deep knowledge of the jazz tradition. Originally from Pittsburgh, he studied at William Paterson University and has performed and recorded with an impressive roster of artists including Wynton Marsalis, Diana Krall, Elvis Costello, Randy Brecker, Joe Williams, Houston Person, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. He is a longtime member of Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks, appearing on numerous film and television soundtracks, including The Irishman, Joker, Boardwalk Empire, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. In addition to his performing career, Wells serves as Professor of Jazz Drums at The Juilliard School, where he mentors the next generation of jazz musicians.

    Clovis Nicolas is an acclaimed jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader whose rich sound and rhythmic versatility have made him a sought-after performer on the international jazz scene. Born in France and based in New York City, Nicolas has performed and recorded with a wide range of jazz luminaries, including Wynton Marsalis, Harry Allen, Catherine Russell, Benny Green, Jeremy Pelt, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Equally at home in small-group settings and large ensembles, he is known for his deep swing feel, melodic bass lines, and sophisticated musicianship.  As a leader, Nicolas has released several highly regarded recordings, including A New Day and Freedom Suite Etudes, showcasing his talents as both a bassist and composer.