Jun Iida Quintet

Sun, Apr 6 • 7:00 PM

Black Cat

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Join the award-winning trumpeter Jun Iida as he takes the stage at Black Cat with his NYC-based quintet. Experience a dynamic blend of fresh originals and timeless jazz standards, rooted in the deep traditions of jazz and Black American Music. This performance is a tribute to both the past and a bold step into the future, infused with Iida's Japanese heritage, creating a sound that's both lush and captivating. With a promise of cultural influences colliding in every note, this is a performance you won't want to miss.

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