Jazz at The Earl: Jeff Walton Birthday Celebration X Julien Knowles

Trumpeter Julien Knowles is featured in this new concert series that "feels like the old Jazz Gallery on Hudson St. in New York!"

Julien Knowles has toured internationally with pianist and mentor Herbie Hancock, and currently leads master classes across the country on improvisation, composition, and pedagogy. Since moving to Los Angeles in 2021, Julien has toured the United States with Louis Cole and performed as a sideman with Sasha Berliner, Gerald Clayton and Billy Mohler. Julien holds a weekly residency at The York, performing alongside David Binney, Justin Brown, and a revolving cast of L.A.’s most coveted jazz musicians.

Julien’s debut album “As Many, as One” was released in April of 2024 on Biophilia Records, dubbed by critics “a masterful debut” (Greg Burk), “proof of the vitality of today’s jazz art” (Stereophile) and an “essential jazz discovery of 2024.” (NPR) NPR goes on to claim “The compositions [on As Many, as One] show Knowles to be a sophisticated thinker with a gift for unforced connection.”

Known as a creative playground for visual arts, comedy, literature, and classical music, The Earl is thrilled to launch "Jazz At The Earl," a new jazz series in partnership with saxophonist and composer Jeff Walton.

Fresh off the success of their album release show at The Earl, the Jeff Walton Quartet will be in residency each month - joined by a guest artist who brings their unique voice and compositions to the bandstand. Past guest artists include Nicole McCabe, Jon Hatamiya, and Devin Daniels.

Come to enjoy the music, sip on a drink, and support a new scene in LA! You might enjoy it as much as Teresa:

"It was so much fun to hear Jeff and his band play! The way they reinterpreted the songs on the record to fit the live atmosphere made it feel like a wholly unique experience for the audience. Excited to check out a future performance!"
-Teresa Tuan, TV writer and physician

Photos by Craig Allyn.