Bouncin' With Bud: Bud Powell Birthday Celebration

This intimate celebration at Birdland Theater pays tribute to bebop pioneer Bud Powell on his birthday. The evening features a quartet of seasoned jazz musicians—pianist Tardo Hammer, guitarist Pasquale Grasso, bassist Lonnie Plaxico, and drummer Steve Smith—who bring Powell's compositions to life with modern energy.

The show takes place in the cozy basement venue, known for its top-notch acoustics and close-up view of the performers. Fans of hard-swinging jazz will appreciate the interplay between these four virtuosos as they navigate Powell's complex harmonies and driving rhythms.