Christian McBride & Ursa Major

MODLIN ARTS PRESENTS 30TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

Christian McBride Jazz Weekend

Known for his expansive artistry and forward-thinking vision in jazz, Christian McBride has blazed an extraordinary trail as one of the most preeminent musicians of his time. The 11-time Grammy Award-winner has excelled as a dynamic musician, a prolific composer-arranger-producer, a distinguished curator, and a dedicated educator and mentor. A prolific bandleader, McBride’s ensembles are each distinctive extensions of his creative inspiration, which span jazz funk, soul, Latin, hip hop, and rhythm and blues. His celebrated groups – including his newest, Ursa Major – have not only enjoyed consistent critical acclaim, but they have also emphasized his role as an early presenter of rising stars. McBride’s staggeringly diverse career also includes the role of host of NPR’s public radio program Jazz Night in America as well as The Lowdown: Conversations with Christian on SiriusXM and several artistic director titles at the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, the TD James Moody Jazz Festival, among others.

For this concert, McBride is joined by his versatile group of master instrumentalists: saxophonist Nicole Glover, guitarist Ely Perlman, pianist Mike King, and drummer Savannah Harris.

Ticket & Discount Information
Tickets available at $35. Order multiple jazz performances and save up to 25%.
UR Students: Free
UR Employee & Osher Members: $15
Students & Youth: $10
Community Access: $15

About the Christian McBride Jazz Weekend

For the Modlin Arts Presents 30th anniversary season, we welcome longtime collaborator and guest curator Christian McBride, a highly acclaimed, bassist, composer, and bandleader recognized as one of the most prolific figures in music. McBride has handpicked performances that illuminate jazz as a vibrant, ever-evolving art form. He will lead artist talks and discussions throughout the weekend.

Schedule

• Fri, Oct. 23 at 7:30 PM: Tyreek McDole
• Sat, Oct. 24 at 5 PM: Lakecia Benjamin & Phoenix
• Sat, Oct. 24 at 7:30 PM: Cory Henry & The Funk Apostles
• Sun, Oct. 25 at 5 PM: Brandee Younger Trio
• Sun, Oct. 25 at 7:30 PM: Christian McBride & Ursa Major

This performance is supported in part by the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation.