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The Jazz Loft. Photo by Heidi Sutton

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue, in Stony Brook, is offering a September calendar of concerts that will revive your spirits.

Wednesday, September 4

Young at Heart: Salute to Bobby Darin at 1 p.m.

Tom Manuel & the Young at Heart Trio: Tom Manuel, cornet, Steve Salerno, guitar, Keenan Zach, bass performs songs from the Big Band era

Tickets: $15 General Admission

 

Wednesday, September 4

Jam Session at 7 p.m.

Jam Sessions are led by Keenan Zach and Jazz musicians of all ages are invited to play on stage with fellow jazz enthusiasts.

Tickets: $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, September 5

The Jazz Loft Big Band at 7 p.m.

17-piece big band directed by Tom Manuel

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

Friday, September 6 

David Berkman Quartet at 7 p.m.

David Berkman on piano and compositions by Berkman; David Stephens on saxophones; Joe Martin on bass; Ferenc Nemeth on drums.

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

Saturday, September 7

Larry Fuller Trio at 7 p.m.

Larry Fuller on piano

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

Wednesday, September 11

Jam Session at 7 p.m.           

Jam Sessions are led by Keenan Zach and Jazz musicians of all ages are invited to play on stage along with fellow jazz enthusiasts.

Tickets: $10, $5 after 8 p.m. 

Thursday, September 12 

Russell Hall Quintet

Russell Hall on bass; Leo Larratt, guitar; Mike Troy, saxophone; Matt Lee on drums.

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

Monday, September 16

Bright Moments Series

The Bad Little Big Band at 7 p.m.  

Livio Almeida, tenor; Moshe Elmakias, piano; Bam Bam Rodriguez on bass; and Zack O’Farrill on drums

Tickets: Adults $10, seniors $5.

Wednesday, September 18

The Harbor Jazz Festival

Jam Session at 7 p.m.           

Jam Sessions are led by Keenan Zach and Jazz musicians of all ages are invited to play on stage along with fellow jazz enthusiasts.

Tickets: $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

Thursday, September 19

The Harbor Jazz Festival

The Bad Little Big Band at 7 p.m.

The 12-member Bad Little Big Band led by pianist Rich Iacona, and vocalist Madeline Kole accompanies the band.

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

Friday, September 20

The Harbor Jazz Festival

The Sinatra Project at 7 p.m.

Vocalist Pete Caldera, backed by the Tom Manuel-led Sinatra Project Sextet. 

Tom Manuel, cornet; Steve Salerno, guitar; Jon Mele, drums; Frank Hansen, bass; Rod Borrie, trombone.

Tickets: $40 general admission

 

Saturday, September 21

The Harbor Jazz Festival

ALL Concerts are FREE

Village Green Stage:

1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Ray Anderson Group

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Akiko Tsuruga Organ Quartet

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Carlos Jimenez Mambo Dulcet

Jazz Loft Lawn Stage:

3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Bill Crow Trio

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Mala Waldron Quartet

 

Monday, September 24

Bright Moments Series

Zan Tetickovic, drums

Tickets: Adults $10, seniors $5.

 

Wednesday, September 25

Jam Session at 7 p.m.

Jam Sessions are led by Keenan Zach Jazz and musicians of all ages are invited to play on stage along with fellow Jazz enthusiasts.

Tickets: $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, September 26

Interplay Jazz Orchestra at 7 p.m. 

The 17-piece Interplay Jazz Orchestra performs original compositions and arrangements written by band members.

Tickets: $30 Adult, $25 Senior, $20 Student, $15 Child, FREE Child (5 and under)

 

For tickets and more information visit https://www.thejazzloft.org or call 631-751-1895.

Ray Anderson. Photo courtesy of The Jazz Loft

Internationally known and beloved trombonist Ray Anderson will be taking the stage at The Jazz Loft on August 9 at 7 p.m. with a solo concert that he describes as “both a daunting and exhilarating undertaking, like climbing a mountain or running a marathon.”

The solo concert is based on his CD Marching On.

“In 2016 I played solo at the Le Mans Jazz Festival in France,” Anderson recalls, “and that concert began the journey that produced my solo CD. Virtually unchanged since the 13th century, the trombone is simply a tube of brass one can slide to make it longer or shorter. Every sound must come from the player’s lips. For Felix Mendelsohn the trombone was the voice of God, and in America there are many trombone gospel choirs worshipping in African-American churches. The trombone is also used by circus clowns and any composer seeking absurd, humorous, or outrageous sounds. I will endeavor to use it in all these ways, and maybe some new ones, to entertain you.”

Anyone who has ever experienced Ray Anderson and his music artistry, knows that Ray’s humor and joy are as much a part of the show as the music. Anderson is formerly the Director of Jazz Studies at Stony Brook University, and still maintains a thriving performance and recording career that has spanned more than three decades. He is co-founder and vice president of The Jazz Loft.

The French newspaper Le Monde, said this in 2016 about the solo show… “Bent over his instrument from which he draws the most powerful sounds or the chords (yes, chords by harmonics) pianissimo, the eternal young man from Chicago with the booming laugh (1952) delivers a stunning “performance.”

Michael Bourne of Downbeat Magazine stated: “Ray’s chops are phenomenal – from swooping legato to breakneck staccato, from the nastiest growls to the sweetest whimpers – but it’s evident that he’s not about technique, that he’ll sometimes altogether forget technique. It’s the feeling he’s playing,…”

“The compositional prowess and unbridled creativity of Ray Anderson is hard to capture with mere words,” said Tom Manuel, president of The JazzLoft. “His spirit, ability to connect with his audience, and especially his genuine and authentic way of communicating his music is absolutely magical.”

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students and $15 for children.

Several pieces from the famous Blue Guitar Collection, once on display in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, will be part of the Jazz Loft’s annual John Monteleone, ‘Art of the Guitar’ Festival.

The John Monteleone, “Art of the Guitar” Festival, named for renowned guitar craftsman John Monteleone, will feature demonstrations, exhibits, workshops and performances at the Jazz Loft, located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. The festival, which kicked off Aug. 1 with an opening reception, will continue on Aug. 2 and 3. Performances will include Laurence Juber, The Anthony Wilson Organ Trio, Frank Vignola & Pasquale Grasso, and Martin Taylor &Allison Burns.

Recognized as being one of the finest living archtop guitar and mandolin makers in the world today, Monteleone has been at the forefront of innovative cutting-edge archtop instrument making for many years. A resident of Islip, New York, Monteleone has been pushing the luthier envelope for more than 40 years with his refreshing passion for new and elegant designs. Producing instruments of great tonal expression with stunning artistic beauty is also one of Monteleone’s missions in life.

Currently, Monteleone is being honored with an exclusive exhibit of his guitars at the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook. The exhibit, Musical Masterworks: John Monteleone’s Guitars and Other Instruments, runs through October 13, 2024.

During John’s workshop on Saturday, August 3, guitarist Steve Salerno will join John to bring these incredible instruments to life and display their exquisite sound and history.

“It’s a privilege to present such a world-class Guitar Jazz Festival,” said Tom Manuel, founder of the Jazz Loft. “Audiences will experience the incredible music, the artistry of these iconic guitars, and be up close with the performers as well as the guitars displayed in the gallery. John’s importance to this music, and Festival, is the best reflection of what Jazz represents.”

The music from world-known musicians is just part of the allure of the festival. For guitar aficionados, there will be plenty to look at. The festival will once again feature the Iconic & Historic Guitar Gallery, displaying two of the Archtop Foundation’s Blue Guitars, George Benson’s 1958 D’Angelico New Yorker, Frank Sinatra’s longtime guitarist, Al Viola’s Epiphone, Bucky Pizzarelli’s first guitar and over 20 guitars rarely seen. Two once-in-a-lifetime surprises are also in the works to be shown publicly at the event.

The vision of a Blue Guitar Collection came from vintage guitar collector, the late Scott Chinery, a major figure in the vintage guitar world. “Often thought that it would be neat to get all the greatest builders together and have them interpret the same guitar, an 18-inch archtop, in the same color blue,” Chinery said. The Collection, now owned by the Archtop Foundation, is continuing the tradition of inviting the industry’s top luthiers to build new expressions of the original concept.

The schedule for the festival, all taking place inside The Jazz Loft, is below:

Friday, August 2, 2024:

5 p.m. performance by Laurence Juber

7 pm.  Performance by The Anthony Wilson Organ Trio

Saturday, August 3, 2024:

12 p.m. Guitar Workshop with John Monteleone & Steve Salerno

4 p.m. performance by Frank Vignolo & Pasquale Grasso

7 p.m. performance by Martin Taylor & Alison Burns

For information, please visit https://www.thejazzloft.org/monteleone.

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. Tickets for the guitar festival can be purchased here: https://www.thejazzloft.org/tickets

The music for 'A Cottage for Sale.' Photo courtesy of The Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook, recently acquired a vast collection of memorabilia from composer Larry Conley (November 29, 1895 – February 29, 1960), best known for his composition “A Cottage for Sale,” which has been recorded by more that 50 artists, including Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett and others. Conley wrote the lyrics to the song and the music was composed by Willard Robison.

The acquisition, which was donated by Conley’s son-in-law and Jazz Loft patron Bob Lang, includes master acetates from original songs dating back to the 1920’s, original concert programs, letters, songwriting contracts, and a wealth of research material compiled over many decades by Bob. The acquisition also included funding for the care and maintenance of the collection.

The music for ‘A Cottage for Sale.’ Photo courtesy of The Jazz Loft

“We are elated to get this collection and to honor Bob Lang in the process,” said The Jazz Loft Founder Tom Manuel. “Bob was a loyal patron and supporter of The Jazz Loft. He was one of those extra special people with an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of the music. Talking to Bob was like hanging with a star musician who had been around for it all. I’m especially honored that he so appreciated The Jazz Loft and especially honored to have had the opportunity to be his friend.”

A former resident of Port Jefferson, Bob Lang died in 2022.

The story of Bob’s fascination for all things Larry Conley has its roots in a sweet love story. Bob’s wife, Hope Conley, was Larry’s daughter. She was orphaned at the young age of 16. While Hope was left with royalties from her father’s work, she did not know much about his illustrious career as a songwriter and musician. But Bob changed all of that. After the couple was married in 1966, he launched his “detective career,” looking into “all things Larry Conley.”

“Bob helped Hope to uncover resources and family members that she did not know she had,” said Virginia Tanner, who knew Bob for many years prior to his death in 2022. “Bob helped her to retrace her father’s life. They visited the town where he was born, followed research trials throughout the mid-west and eventually to St. Louis. It was there that they discovered the venues where he played, from the steamboats to the night clubs, to the theaters, to the homes of his musical collaborators. They even struck up friendships with the remaining families, exchanging Christmas cards until Bob’s last days.”

In St. Louis, Bob and Hope visited the offices of the musician’s union and found Conley’s application for his union card. Conley had a nightclub that underwent many changes from the late 20’s to the 1990’s and beyond, according to Virginia. The couple joined the New York City Sheet Music Society where Hope got to meet contemporaries of her father.

“Singers and songwriters who had known and played with Conley told them story after story, lead after lead to chase down sheet music, old records, test pressings and more,” said Virginia. “Bob was an impeccable researcher who followed every lead until he could prove it or discard it.”

Hope passed away in 2001, but Bob never stopped working on Larry’s story. The Conley music rights are now in the hands of Hope’s half-sister, Joy’s family and Larry Conley’s great grandson, Ryan.

Throughout the years, Bob and Hope amassed a tremendous collection of Larry Conley memorabilia. After Bob’s death in 2022, the collection was given to The Jazz Loft, where he had spent many enjoyable evenings listening to music. The hit song “A Cottage for Sale” remains a favorite of musicians. Willie Nelson recorded it in 2021 for his Frank Sinatra tribute album “That’s Life.”

The Larry Conley collection will be on display in the Fall of 2024 at The Jazz Loft. For more information, visit www.thejazzloft.org.

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The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present three special performances of Duke Ellington’s Far East Suite on Thursday, July 11, Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13. All three concerts begin at 7 p.m.

Duke Ellington, Courtesy The Jazz Loft, Burt Goldblatt Archives

The Far East Suite is a 1967 concept album by Ellington, inspired by his group’s 1963 tour of Asia. Ellington and longtime collaborator Billy Strayhorn wrote the compositions. The album won the Grammy Award in 1968. The concerts are sponsored in part by the Olivia and Harlan Fischer Concert series and a grant from New York State Council on the Arts.

“Here at the Jazz Loft, we are always striving to bring our audience unique and significant works of Jazz and to keep those works alive and well,” said Tom Manuel, founder of the Jazz Loft. “Duke Ellington’s Far East Suite is the result of an ambitious tour that the band undertook in 1963. Syria was Duke’s first stop on a State Department sponsored “hearts and minds” tour of the Near and Middle East and India that took the band to Jordan, Afghanistan, India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Turkey in no particularly sensible order. Ellington’s ability to communicate points of contact and conflict between cultures, assimilating the blues to Eastern modes… never sounds unduly self-conscious. This remains a post-war peak and we are excited to be sharing this work nearly 60 years after it won a Grammy award for the album it produced.”

For tickets, visit www.thejazzloft.org or click Tickets.

Jon De Lucia

Saxophonist Jon De Lucia brings Brubeck’s music to life with his ‘Brubeck Octet Project’ 

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present saxophonist Jon De Lucia and his all-star New York City Jazz octet in concert on Friday, June 28 at 7 p.m. for a tribute to legendary jazz visionary Dave Brubeck. Brubeck was one of the most famous and prolific jazz musicians of the 20th century. Brubeck “Restored and Reimagined” is the result of years of archival work by De Lucia, who has brought Brubeck’s arrangements back to life for the first time since the 1950s. The Brubeck Octet Project will be performing songs from De Lucia’s latest album, The Brubeck Octet Project, which will be released on July 12, 2024, with CD’s available for sale at the performance.

“The impact Dave Brubeck had on Jazz is astounding,” said Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel. “His long and successful career and life well lived made an indelible mark on how we communicate this music. To be able to hear again what Dave was composing in the vein of the west coast/cool Jazz scene is something really exciting. This is going to be a performance not to be missed!”

The Brubeck Octet features Jon De Lucia, Tenor Saxophone; Jay Rattman – Alto Saxophone; Becca Patterson – Trombone; Andrew Hadro – Clarinet, Baritone Saxophone; Glenn Zaleski – Piano; Daniel Duke – Bass; and Keith Balla – Drums.

Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students and $15 for children. For more information, call 631-751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

Offering four Tuesday evenings of music on the lawn

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook, in partnership with Stony Brook University, Stony Brook Medicine and community businesses will present the 2024 Summer Stage With A Purpose (Summer SWAP), on a series of Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. The events are FREE to the community. 

Summer SWAP will offer visitors a relaxing and scenic outdoor venue on the front lawn of the Jazz Loft to listen to an impressive lineup of performers.

“This series was born from the desire to have the Jazz Loft collaborate with Stony Brook University, and Stony Book Medicine as a way to invest in the community and especially to nurture cultural development,” said Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel.

“This summer concert series was born from the desire to give back to our community, to offer high quality performances to everyone without charge, and also to expand our collaborative projects with Stony Brook University, and Stony Book Medicine,” said Tom Manuel, founder of The Jazz Loft. “Summer SWAP is the perfect way to invest in our community and an especially real and genuine way to nurture cultural development.”

The Jazz Loft will be offering a variety of refreshments for sale in the Basie Garden which is adjacent to the Jazz Loft. Attendees are welcome to bring their own chairs and blankets to set up on the lawn.

The series performers will include:

Tuesday, June 18: 

Skye Hamilton-Carranza Septet:

Skye Hamilton-Carranza, bandleader/saxophone; Isaac “ALGONZO” Ketter, saxophone; Dekko Mills, Piano; Andrew Brett, bass; Ian Dennis, drums; Lo Wood, Bari sax; SPECIAL GUEST: Kristina Well, vocals

Tuesday, July 9: 

Arta Jekabsone Quartet

Arta Jēkabsone will share her original music, some Latvian Folk music, and an arrangement of one or two, well-known songs. The evening will be filled with positivity, smiles and laughter. Arta Jēkabsone – voice; Kengchakaj – piano; Hannah Marks – TBD; and Connor Parks – drums

Tuesday, July 23: 

Aubrey Johnson (vox) Quartet:

Aubrey Johnson, voice; Randy Ingram, piano; Sam Weber, bass; Jay Sawyer, drums

All performances are from 6 to 8 p.m.

For more information contact the Jazz Loft at: 631-751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

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The Jazz Loft recently announced a grant award from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the organization’s upgrades in equipment. This grant is part of a capital project funding announcement by NYSCA, which totals over $32 million to 102 capital projects across New York State. The grant is a matching grant, with $50K coming from the state and $50K from The Jazz Loft donors.

According to The Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel, the grant funds will go towards installing high-end audio and video equipment so that the Loft can livestream, and record performances and the space can also act as a recording studio.

“The over 100 projects we’re supporting through this funding will showcase arts and cultural organizations across the state and spur economic development for decades to come,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “From historic sites to new multi-use arts centers, these diverse projects will expand accessibility and the sustainability of arts and culture organizations while growing local economies, driving tourism and creating jobs across New York State.”

“We are grateful to Governor Hochul and the legislature for their support. These projects are essential to the prosperity and well-being of our creative industry and our communities, especially as we continue to navigate the recovery of our creative sector. This support will help stimulate local economies, catalyze investment in our communities and help to ensure the vibrancy of our cultural organizations for now and the future. Congratulations to The Jazz Loft, NYSCA is a proud supporter of your contributions to New York’s arts and culture,” said New York State Council on the Arts Executive Director Erika Mallon.

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue i9n Stony Brook. For more information visit thejazzloft.org

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May is blooming with talent at The Jazz Loft, as the month’s calendar of events offers something for everyone. The Jazz Loft’s popular Strictly Sinatra shows return, with a first-time ever afternoon show! Sinatra shows are May 2,3 and two shows on May 4. The Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel will also be spinning some rare jazz tunes in the Coal Bin, along with mixing up some signature cocktails where Hangoutology Meets Mixology, on May 23.

Wednesday, May 1 at 7 p.m.

Jam Session at the Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft Trio lead by Keenan Zach.

Tickets $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, May 2, 7 p.m.

Strictly Sinatra

17-piece big band directed by Jazz Loft Director Tom Manuel (trumpet) with Pete Caldera on vocals

Tickets: $40 adults; $35 seniors; $30 students; $25 children and children under 5 years old are free.

 

Friday, May 3, 7 p.m.

Strictly Sinatra

17-piece big band directed by Jazz Loft Director Tom Manuel (trumpet) with Pete Caldera on vocals

Tickets: $40 adults; $35 seniors; $30 students; $25 children and children under 5 years old are free.

Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m.

Strictly Sinatra

17-piece big band directed by Jazz Loft Director Tom Manuel (trumpet) with Pete Caldera on vocals

Tickets: $40 adults; $35 seniors; $30 students; $25 children and children under 5 years old are free.

Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m.

Strictly Sinatra

17-piece big band directed by Jazz Loft Director Tom Manuel (trumpet) with Pete Caldera on vocals

Tickets: $40 adults; $35 seniors; $30 students; $25 children and children under 5 years old are free.

 

Wednesday, May 8 at 7 p.m.

Jam Session at the Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft Trio lead by Keenan Zach.

Tickets $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

 

Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m.

Jam Session at the Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft Trio lead by Keenan Zach.

Tickets $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, May 16, 7 p.m.

The Bad Little Big Band

12-piece band featuring vocalist Madeline Kole, directed by composer, arranger and pianist Rich Iacona

Tickets: Adults $30; Seniors $25; Students $20; Children $15

 

Friday, May 17, 7 p.m.

Jamile Staevie Ayres, vocals; Miki Yamanaka on piano; Mikey Migliore on bass and JK Kim on drums

Tickets: Adults $30; Seniors $25; Students $20; Children $15

 

Saturday, May 18, 7 p.m.

The Jazz Loft Big Band with special guests Rich DeRosa and Warren Vache

Tickets: Adults $30; Seniors $25; Students $20; Children $15

Wednesday, May 22, 7 p.m.

Jam Session at the Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft Trio lead by Keenan Zach.

Tickets $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m.

Hangoutology Meets Mixology

Tom Manuel hosts vintage cocktails and a listening session in the Coal Bin, spinning rare, unreleased master acetates from the 1930’s through 1960’s.

Tickets are $100.

Wednesday, May 29, 7 p.m.

Jam Session at the Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft Trio lead by Keenan Zach.

Tickets $10, $5 after 8 p.m.

Thursday, May 30, 7 p.m.

Interplay Jazz Orchestra

17-piece orchestra by Joe Devassy, trombone; Gary Henderson, trumpet

Tickets: Adults $30; Seniors $25; Students $20; Children $15

 

Friday, May 31 7 p.m.

The Bill Mays Trio, with Bill Mays on piano; Dean Johnson on bass; and Ron Vincent on drums

Tickets: $40 adults; $35 seniors; $30 students; $25 children and children under 5 years old are free.

 

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. For all ticket info, visit: https://www.thejazzloft.org/tickets

For more information, call 631-751-1895.

Alto Jazz saxophonist and composer Charlie Parker broke all the rules of Jazz when he recorded two albums entitled Charlie Parker with Strings, works that attempted to bridge the gap between Jazz and classical music. Nothing like Strings had ever been done before. History has proven Parker’s instincts correct, as these works are now universally recognized as masterpieces.

Jazz enthusiasts will have three opportunities to catch performances of the iconic Charlie Parker with Strings on Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6 at The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook; and on Friday, April 5 at The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook. All three concerts will begin at 7 p.m. and will be featuring Chris Donohue and Dayna Sean Stephens, both on alto saxophone.

Parker fans can also take in The Jazz Loft’s new Charlie “The Bird” Parker collection of more than 50 memorabilia items from the Jazz great. The collection includes master acetates from some of his most important recording sessions; a personalized instrument case; his union card; numerous notes, letters and correspondence; and his Birdland contracts. Some of the correspondence documents his challenge with the union as he often had his union card revoked for drug offenses. The letters, from him, his agents, promoters, and friends, show Parker’s struggle to stay clean and work. Parker struggled with a heroin addiction and died at the age of 34.

The items were purchased at a Christie’s of London auction which showcased a vast collection of music memorabilia belonging to the late Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts. Watts, who had been a beloved member of the Stones since 1963, passed away in August 2021.

Ticket prices for all events are $40 for adults; $35 for seniors; $30 for students and $25 for children.

For more information and tickets to The Jazz Loft or The Staller Center shows, visit https://www.thejazzloft.org/tickets or call 631-751-1895.