11:30 $5 Cover
Original Jazz from NY-based Trumpeter
“John is among the more expressive and inventive of the young cats on the scene now.” -Scott Wendholt, Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
New York-based trumpeter John Raymond is well on his way to becoming a major force in the music industry.
“John has a unique voice, and he is definitely saying something that is worth listening to.” -Jon Faddis
A finalist in the 2008 & 2009 National Trumpet Competition, John has performed as a leader and sideman at many of the nation’s top venues including Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola (New York, NY), the Dakota Jazz Club (Minneapolis, MN), the Jazz Showcase (Chicago, IL) & the Iridium Jazz Club (New York, NY). He has performed with notable jazz musicians such as Maria Schneider, Chris Potter, John Abercrombie and Lewis Nash. In addition to performing throughout the United States, John has also toured internationally to the Dominican Republic, China, the United Kingdom & Ireland. John has also distinguished himself as an elite horn arranger, evidenced by the three Grammy-nominated songs that he has arranged and recorded horns for (by R&B artists Ann Nesby & Calvin Richardson, respectively).
The JRP blends traditional hard-bop foundations with modern influences and concepts to create highly emotionally-engaging music. Tonight, John presents his original music in a traditional jazz setting, with some standards thrown in as well. This is a great time to hear this rising young star.