Fri May 23
Derrick Gardner & The Jazz Prophets
7PM / $20 - $45 | $3.50 Fees Get Tickets
Derrick Gardner & The Jazz Prophets
Derrick Gardner – trumpet
Vincent Gardner – trombone
Rob Dixon – alto & tenor saxophone
Isaiah Jones, Jr. – piano
Ivan Taylor – bass
Cliff Walace – drums
Derrick Gardner, a titan of the trumpet, doesn't just play jazz—he ignites it! For over three decades, this visionary musician has breathed new life into the hard-driving, soul-soaked sounds of the 1960s, forging his own electrifying path. From his fiery tenure with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, to sharing the stage with notable musicians like Harry Connick Jr. and Dizzy Gillespie, to leading his own powerhouse sextet, The Jazz Prophets, Gardner's performances are nothing short of a sonic explosion. His award-winning album, "Echoes of Ethnicity," stands as a testament to his innovative spirit, while his collaborations with jazz royalty and his dedication to nurturing the next generation of musicians at Northwestern University solidify his legacy. And just when you think he's reached the peak, Gardner unveils "Still I Rise" and the groundbreaking "Pan Africa," a mesmerizing fusion of West African rhythms and jazz improvisation, proving that his musical journey is an ever-evolving, exhilarating adventure.
7PM / $20 - $45 | $3.50 Fees Get Tickets