Soprano saxophonist Jane Ira Bloom, bassist Mark Helias and drummer Matt Wilson come together to create trios discovered in the moment in a way that is rarely heard today. Whether performing Bloom’s compositions or improvs in the moment, these long time bandmates find new ways to navigate the spaceways. Don’t miss these fearless jazz explorers.
“proof positive of the enduring creative power of the human spirit in these most testing times.”
-Michael Tucker, Jazz Journal
“ veterans… at the peak of their game.” -Delarue, Lucid Culture
“full of life and plenty of heart”
-Kevin Whitehead/ Fresh Air NPR
“An alchemist's mix of catalytic creativity, pure poetic expression and unalloyed vitality”
-Owen McNally, Hartford Courrant
“Bloom soars with full-throated abandon.”
- James Hale, Downbeat Magazine
Soapbox Gallery is dedicated to presenting music, performance and works of art that engage the issues of our time. The room itself is a beautiful, meditative environment that was designed with state-of-the art acoustics to showcase exceptional musicianship from around the world. The gallery was founded on the premise that art and culture are powerful reminders of our shared humanity, which can help to shape identity and promote social evolution. Soapbox was inspired by the idea that a simple, humble box–that one stands on and delivers a speech from–can start a movement and perhaps even help to change the world. It’s our mission to create space for civil conversation between those with differing views. The intent of our programming is to create a dialogue where everyone has a seat at the table.
www.janeirabloom.com