JAZZ @ THE JAI GUEST CURATOR

CHARLES & FRIENDS FEATURING JOHN BEASLEY AND THE NEXT GENERATION

SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2024 • 6 PM & 8:30 PM

Our inaugural Jazz @ The JAI Guest Curator, legendary award-winning saxophonist Charles McPherson, and John Beasley, two-time GRAMMY winner, pianist, and composer, curate a program from Duke Ellington through the eras of jazz up to what’s happening now. John Beasley is joined by a roster of rising star jazz artists.

John Beasley, piano; Giveton Gelin, trumpet; Erena Terakubo, alto saxophone; Russell Hall, bass; Anthony Fung, drums

CHARLES & FRIENDS FEATURING THE CHARLES McPHERSON QUINTET

SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024 • 5 PM & 7:30 PM

Our jazz Guest Curator Charles McPhersons’ New York band performs all over the world and is acclaimed by audiences everywhere. Now the internationally renowned legend brings the best jazz musicians on the scene together for two intimate shows in The JAI, celebrating their new CD release.

Charles McPherson, saxophone; Terell Stafford, trumpet; David Wong, bass; Jeb Patton, piano; Lewis Nash, drums

La Jolla Music Society is proud to partner with GRNFC Hospitality Group, founded by one of San Diego's most established chef/restaurateurs, Giuseppe Ciuffa. Enjoy a savory small bites menu, delicious cocktails, and the opportunity to order before you arrive! Giuseppe's at The Conrad is the perfect culinary pairing to your musical experience.