
The Steve LaSpina Quartet & Special Guest Christian Howes (Jazz Violin)
Straight ahead jazz led by veteran bassist and composer Steve LaSpina, bringing decades of New York–scene credibility and hard-swinging ensemble interplay. Special guest Christian Howes adds virtuosic jazz violin for a late-night club set.
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Late-night jazz from the Brian Felix Trio with swinging grooves, nimble improvisation, and dynamic interplay. Set in an intimate listening-room style venue for a relaxed, cocktail-hour vibe and music-forward night out.