On December 10, 2025, Bill Frisell returned to The Jazz Gallery for a sold-out performance that underscored his deep connection to the venue. This special concert was part of the club's 30th-anniversary fundraising series, highlighting Frisell's longstanding relationship with the space. (jazzgallery.org)
The quartet featured alto saxophonist Jaleel Shaw, pianist Cameron Campbell, and drummer Johnathan Blake. Shaw had recently released "Painter of the Invisible," a standout album of 2025, while Campbell, in his early twenties, delivered a mature and responsive performance that belied his age. (allaboutjazz.com)
The setlist included a rendition of Thelonious Monk's "Misterioso," Frisell's own "Strange Meeting," and a meditative take on "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You." The absence of a bassist allowed the ensemble to explore spacious, interactive dialogues, with Frisell's guitar and Shaw's saxophone weaving intricate melodies. The performance was marked by emotional depth and a sense of adventure, reflecting the quartet's chemistry and Frisell's enduring creativity. (allaboutjazz.com)
