Thu Jan 16
Avon Dews feat. Saxophonist Steven Garrison
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
Avon Dews
Avon Dews
Avon Dews is a self-taught harmonica player, known as one of the premier Jazz Harmonicists in his hometown of Washington, D.C. Avon became a musician at six years old and began playing bass guitar with his family band as a teenager. He was later given a kit called “Learn How to Play the Harmonica”; it changed his life, and a Jazz Harmonicist was born.
Influenced by some great harmonicists like Lee Oskar (WAR/Lowrider Band), Toots Thielemans, and Stevie Wonder, Avon brands his style of music as ‘jazz with a touch of funk’. Fans have said he puts ‘the cool’ in harmonica playing, and he brings a unique flair by performing songs that were not originally recorded on the harmonica. This was front and center on his 2016 debut album, "Introducing Avon Dews, Volume 1", where he covered classics by Miles Davis, John Lennon, and Michael Jackson.
Avon has wowed audiences in the D.C. region and beyond with his energetic and engaging showmanship at various venues and festivals, having shared the stage with Lonnie Jordan of WAR, acclaimed jazz unit Phaze II and chart-topping smooth jazz bassist Christian de Mesones. Avon has been called a "superstar harmonicist" by industry peers and his shows are described as ‘must-see events’, turning first-time listeners into loyal supporters.
Steven Garrison
Steven Garrison is a renown saxophonist in the DC Metropolitan area. Starting on his musical journey at the age of 7, he started off as a pianist, performing for several recitals, concerts, and church events. It was at the age of 10 that Steven was given the opportunity to play the saxophone. His music began forever changed from then on. At age 11, Steven began playing the saxophone and received private lessons under Roland Young. In addition, he was an active member of the school band. Under Young’s guidance Steven had started performing for various churches within the Maryland/DC Metropolitan Area as well as playing for both private and corporate engagements
Currently, Steven holds a Bachelor Degree in Music from Bowie State University, Masters in Education, and is currently purusing his doctorate. Having already released his debut single, "All For You", Steven is released his debut album "Solitude" in 2021. Steven continues to share his passion for music by the way of teaching and performing throughout the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. In July 2017, Steven founded Steven Garrison Music, LLC which he uses to provide musical services such as performances, private lessons, composing, arranging, and master classes. Steven never forgets to put God first in his life for it is Him who has blessed Steven with this talent and ministry.
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively.
4. Photography or Recording of any kind is prohibited during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.