Tommy Flanagan's OVERSEAS Performed Live @ JRAC

The evening will feature live painting from visual artist TBA.

"This studio session represents one of Tommy Flanagan's earliest dates as a leader, recorded while he was in Stockholm, Sweden. Bassist Wilbur Little and a young Elvin Jones on drums provide strong support, but the focus is on Flanagan's brilliant piano. The brilliant opener is a potent brisk run through Charlie Parker's "Relaxin' at Camarillo," followed by a faster than typical "Chelsea Bridge," which the leader playfully detours into another Billy Strayhorn composition ("Raincheck") for a moment, while also featuring Jones' brushwork in a pair of breaks. Flanagan's approach to the venerable standard "Willow Weep for Me" is steeped in blues, backed by Little's imaginative accompaniment. The bulk of this date is devoted to Flanagan's compositions, though only one, "Eclypso," remained in his repertoire for long. This engaging piece alternates between calypso and bop, with Jones switching between sticks and brushes. "Beat's Up" has the obvious influence of Bud Powell, while the extended blues "Little Rock" opens with a sauntering bass solo."
~Ken Dryden

Jayden Richardson is a rising musician who has quickly built a reputation both locally and nationally for his innovative musicality. Hailing from a musical family, he grew up immersed in the sounds of jazz and gospel, which became the foundation for his exploration of modern genres and his distinct creative voice. After graduating from DePaul University, Jayden Richardson has become one of Chicago’s most sought-after drummers. Known for his versatility, he excels across genres such as jazz, hip-hop, funk, gospel, musical theatre, dance, and more. In addition to his drumming, he is an accomplished pianist and composer, earning numerous accolades for his work in film scoring, including multiple awards for his original scores at film festivals.

Jayden Richardson - Drums
Elio Wijaya - Piano
Clark Sommers - Bass


8pm Doors
8:30pm Show
$15 Suggest Donation
FREE PARKING