Live Jazz in SF Bay

Learn some jazz history and enjoy the funky Latin jazz of Charged Particles! Of the band, reviewers have said: “A tight and enormously talented trio.” (Jazz Times Magazine) “Charged Particles is definitely dazzling.” (Jazz and Blues Report) “Fresh, energized jazz that showcases the trio’s individual technical mastery.” (Jazz News Magazine) “Tight interplay, spark, and personal flair.” (Los Angeles Times) “Something special: inventive, invigorating, mesmerizing, and virtuostic.” (Downbeat Magazine) The Ventura County Reporter called them "Tight, sophisticated, and playful. They showcased their camaraderie as much as their musicianship, gliding through their repertoire like the seasoned professionals they are and joyfully riffing on each other's improvisations. Not sure if the musicians or the audience had more fun, but a good time was definitely had by all."

What began as a concert celebrating John Coltrane’s birthday on September 23rd, 2023, at the Oaktown Jazz Workshops, eventually evolved into a full-blown recording project titled “The Last Trane to Africa,” which was released worldwide on January 23rd. Percussionist/bandleader Ian Dogole and his world-class collaborators will present an Afro-infused homage to the luminous legacy of one of the most important figures in twentieth-century music – John Coltrane. Merging Ian’s array of African percussion instruments and other indigenous percussion in concert with more traditional Jazz instruments such as piano, double bass, saxophones and drum set, attendees will enjoy a transcendent musical experience that is sure to uplift the spirit and delight the senses. Pieces will include “Africa,” “Tunji” and “Dahomey Dance” by John Coltrane; “John Coltrane,” by Bill Lee (Spike Lee’s father); “Afro Blue” by Mongo Santamaria, “Out of This World,” music by Harold Arlen, “Blue Nile,” by Alice Coltrane and “Togo,” a traditional piece originally arranged by drummer Ed Blackwell.

About Bassist/Composer/Bandleader Fred Randolph brings his quartet of first call Bay Area musicians to Bird & Beckett for an evening of original compositions and arrangements. Check out Fred's cds at: https://fredrandolph.bandcamp.com/

Bassist/Composer/Band leader Fred Randolph brings his fiery quintet to The Back Room Sunday May 3rd. The group has recorded 4 cds: “Learning Curve”, “New Day”, “Song Without Singing” and it’s most recent offering “Mood Walk”. JW magazine says of Mood Walk: “Stylistically eclectic, supremely grooving, endlessly fascinating masterwork… a rambunctious, twist, turn and improvisation-filled set.” Joining Fred will be some of the most in demand musicians on the scene: Erik Jekabson trumpet, Sheldon Brown saxes and flute, Isaac Schwartz drums, and Murray Low piano. for music examples and to purchase music: https://fredrandolph.bandcamp.com/ for more info: www.fredrandolph.com