In this Most Special show, the first in our Starlight Jazz series, Pianist and Composer Jon Cowherd assembles an all-star jazz ensemble, with legendary drummer Brian Blade, renowned bassist John Patitucci, and trumpet virtuoso Nicholas Payton. The show happens Dec. 14th beginning at 8pm. Tickets are $70, $60, $50 – $25 student tickets with promo code “STUDENTS” (Limited quantity) here: https://link.dice.fm/O92c3a381003

Pianist Jon Cowherd’s blissful jazz compositions create a musical experience like no other. Cowherd also performs as co-leader, with Brian Blade, of The Fellowship Band – one of the most important and inspiring ensembles on the international music scene today. Brian Blade is known as one of jazz’ leading drummers.This culminated in his being ranked as the top drummer in the 2024 Downbeat Critics Poll. With Cowherd, he co-founded the Fellowship Band and, during this time, he also became the drummer for the Wayne Shorter Quartet. John Patitucci is a 4-time Grammy award winner bassist, has been nominated over twenty times, and has played on many other Grammy award-winning recordings. He has performed and/or recorded with jazz giants such as Dizzy Gillespie, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Chick Correa, and countless others. Two-time Grammy Award-winning Nicholas Payton is a multi-instrumentalist, who brings his mastery of the trumpet to the tune of Jon’s compositions. Payton’s collaborations includes greats such as Elvin Jones, Marcus Roberts, Herbie Hancock, Roy Haynes, and Joe Henderson. Food & beverage are available for purchase at the show. The Miami Beach Bandshell is a Fabulous Venue because it is OPEN but COVERED so all programs are on rain or shine! You are COVERED and you are NOT going to get wet, awesome!There are public parking lots adjacent to the venue. We like masks if you do. (Miami Beach)