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2 dates listedLUTHER S. ALLISON - Piano Imani Rousselle - Vocals Jonathan Muir-Cotton - Bass Kofi Hunter - Percussion Domo Branch - Drums “He’s reamplifying the tradition of jazz piano and he’s lifting up a legacy that’s the foundation for many people” - New York Times. Accomplished multi-instrumentalist Luther S. Allison has set himself apart as one of the most in-demand artists in jazz today. Forging a path on both piano and drum set, Allison cemented himself as one of the leading voices of his generation. The Charlotte, North Carolina native is recognized for his blues-based, gospel-inspired playing with deep roots in the tradition of bebop and soul music. Allison’s debut album, I Owe It All To You , was released on Posi-Tone Records, highlighting his noteworthy arrangements, compositional prowess, and exceptional skill as a pianist. Rated 4.5 stars by Downbeat , the album was described as “a portrait of a straight-ahead pianist whose seems to have no weak points in his arsenal” -Downbeat. Allison is also featured as a sideman on numerous projects – notably the GRAMMY Award Winning single, Tight , supporting vocalist Samara Joy . Allison is a distinguished touring artist who has taken the stage at notable venues such as Village Vanguard, Dizzy's Club, Birdland, Kennedy Center, and Blue Note Milano . He has also been featured at renowned jazz festivals including Newport, Monterey, Detroit, Washington D.C., North Sea, Umbria, Marciac, and Jazz À Vienne . In addition to his work as a bandleader and sideman, Allison is a consummate educator and curator – having operated as Adjunct Jazz Faculty (4 years) and Chair of the Percussion Department (2 years) at The Calhoun School in New York City . He has also served on faculty for numerous summer intensives, particularly the Brevard Jazz Institute and the Stanford Jazz Workshop . Allison has worked in conjunction with the National Jazz Museum in Harlem as a Curatorial Fellow, where he assisted the organization by programming and curating events in the museum for an entire calendar year. Moreover, Allison has curated and music directed performances for the Louis Armstrong Museum in Queens, New York. As a composer, Allison has already begun to leave an indelible mark, leading to his being commissioned by Wynton Marsalis to compose an original work for the esteemed Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra . Allison was also commissioned by Jazz at Lincoln Center to music direct and arrange the Sacred Works of Duke Ellington – initially featured in Dizzy’s Club and later expanded for the Appel Room . Alongside his achievements as a musician/composer/music director, Allison is featured as both an actor and recorded musician on Maggie Gylenhaal’s upcoming film The Bride , contributing on screen along with several recorded tracks for the film score. Luther Allison is a proud YAMAHA artist. This event is All Ages Seating is first-come, first-served; the last 10 spots in the room are standing room. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCOMMODATE SWITCHING SETS OR DAYS.
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