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Julian Lage

Julian Lage

Friday, March 22, 2024
Speak to Me tour

On March 22, 2024, Julian Lage's "Speak to Me" tour graced The Town Hall in New York City, featuring a dynamic ensemble: Lage on guitar, Jorge Roeder on bass, Rob Burger on keyboards, Levon Henry on tenor saxophone and clarinet, Kris Davis on piano, and Rudy Royston on drums. This performance was part of a series promoting Lage's latest album, Speak to Me, released on March 1, 2024, under Blue Note Records. The album, produced by Joe Henry, showcases a blend of modern jazz with elements of gospel, country, and early rock 'n' roll, reflecting Lage's diverse musical influences. (wrti.org)

The setlist for the evening included compositions from the new album, such as "Tiburon," "Hymnal," "Two and One," "Serenade," "Castle Park," "South Mountain," "Omission," "Nothing Happens Here," and the title track "Speak to Me." Notably, the performance also featured a rendition of "Emily," a classic by Johnny Mandel, highlighting the group's versatility and homage to jazz standards. (setlist.fm)

This concert marked a significant collaboration, bringing together musicians with rich backgrounds: Roeder's work with Lage on previous projects, Henry's contributions to Lage's recordings, and Davis's role in the album's production. The inclusion of both Kris Davis and Levon Henry added depth to the ensemble, enriching the live interpretation of the album's intricate compositions. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Personnel

Julian Lage
Julian Lageguitar
Jorge Roeder
Jorge Roederbass
Rob Burgerkeyboards
Levon Henrytenor sax, clarinet
Kris Davis
Kris Davispiano
Rudy Roystondrums
Julian Lage at Town Hall | jazzsets.app