Eric Wurzelbacher Quartet — The Music of Kenny Garrett

Fri, Mar 01

Eric Wurzelbacher — tenor saxophone Chris Caporale — piano Matt Wiles — bass Phillip Tipton — drums Get ready for a mesmerizing musical journey as tenor saxophonist extraordinaire Eric Wurzelbacher takes center stage in a one-of-a-kind show dedicated to the legendary altoist and jazz icon Kenny Garrett. Wurzelbacher's soulful and dynamic interpretation of Garrett's iconic compositions promises to captivate audiences with its virtuosity and heartfelt emotion. From the energetic bursts of improvisation to the tender nuances of ballads, Wurzelbacher pays homage to Garrett's influence on the jazz world, creating an unforgettable performance that celebrates the timeless spirit of this jazz luminary. Rooted in Cincinnati, OH, Eric Wurzelbacher is an unexpected musician out of the Midwest. Described by the Jazz Journal UK as a foot-tapping mix of hard-bop impro and rock”, Eric has worked tirelessly for years to authentically combine the conciseness of rock and the freedom of jazz. Eric started making his national mark after playing at the Newport Jazz Festival in 2019. As a leader and composer, he has released four albums comprised of all original music. Eco Quartet (2017), Power (2018), Maya (2019), and Idle Minds (2021). ​While attending the College-Conservatory of Music (Cincinnati), Eric was named one of the top 10 saxophonists in the nation through the United States Army Solo Competition in 2012. During his time in college, he became fixated on composing. He found jazz and improvised music as an ideal outlet while being fortunate enough to share the stage with many inspiring artists, including Fareed Haque (Garaj Majal), John Labarbera and Matt Wilson (with Jeff Lederer). After graduating in 2015, Eric toured Europe for several months while playing on cruise ships. Realizing his passion for composing and playing his own music, Eric has since been touring the country with his self-titled group. As a product of Eric's midwest childhood spent listening to classic rock and grunge, his music and playing style has been described as an art form that "harnesses the intensity, power, and deliberate transitions of rock, while still remaining highly improvised in the spirit of jazz." “If you’re a jazz fan looking for something that straddles the line between old school and new school, definitely check out Idle Minds." - Big Takeover Wurzelbacher’s unforgettable melodic explorations on the saxophone make the track.” - It’s Psychedelic Baby Magazine Important Notices: A $15 drink/food minimum is charged per person in the party, per set, if the total for beverages purchased by the party does not meet the minimum. If you do not check in by 15 minutes into the start of the set, we reserve the right to resale your seats with no refund. Refunds must be within 24 hours of the start of the performance