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Billy Childs Quartet at Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts, New York City, USA.

Date: Saturday, February 08, 2025

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Jazz
Billy Childs Quartet
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30PM
Miller Theatre at Columbia University
Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street)

 

Eight-time Grammy winner Billy Childs has “sidestepped categorization as an intrepid hard bopper” (The New Yorker), collaborating with jazz luminaries like J.J. Johnson, Joe Henderson, Wynton Marsalis, and Dave Holland, as well eminent classical and contemporary artists including Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, and the Kronos Quartet. Admired for his versatility, technical mastery, and deep emotional expression, the renowned pianist and composer makes his Miller debut with his all-star quartet.


Performers;

Billy Childs
piano

 

Sean Jones
trumpet (special guest)

 

Matt Penman
bass

 

Ari Hoenig
drums


Miller Theatre
http://www.millertheatre.com
Miller Theatre at Columbia University is an acclaimed New York City music venue and concert producer. Founded in 1988, Miller’s mission is to develop new audiences; foster enthusiasm for the arts by pioneering new programming approaches; educate the public by presenting specialized programs to a broad audience; discover diverse repertoire and commission new works; and share the University’s intellectual riches with the public. A four-time recipient of the ASCAP/Chamber Music America Award for Adventurous Programming, Miller Theatre’s commitment to presenting music not heard elsewhere makes it a vital part of the cultural landscape of New York City.