Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial with Julian Lee Quartet and Mar Vilaseca
About This Event
At Dizzy’s Club, Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial brings the Julian Lee Quartet with vocalist Mar Vilaseca through repertoire associated with Antônio Carlos Jobim and Stan Getz. The program, featuring pianist Caelan Cardello, saxophonist Ruben Fox and bassist Russell Hall, emphasizes rhythmic definition, ensemble balance and Jobim’s melodic economy as it traces bossa nova’s dialogue with West Coast swing.
About From Bossa to Swing: Jobim and Getz
Step into the heart of New York City's vibrant jazz scene at Dizzy's Club with "From Bossa to Swing: Jobim and Getz." This captivating performance pays homage to the legendary collaboration between Brazilian composer Antônio Carlos Jobim and saxophone virtuoso Stan Getz, which famously introduced the world to the smooth, seductive sounds of bossa nova. Join the acclaimed pianist Caelan Cardello alongside an ensemble of remarkable talents, including Ruben Fox, Matt Lee, Russell Hall, and the enchanting vocalist Mar Vilaseca, for an unforgettable evening of jazz. Expect a skillful blend of breezy Brazilian rhythms and the sophisticated allure of swing, offering a sonic journey that transports you to the golden era of jazz. This performance is a celebration of cross-cultural harmony and innovation—a must-see for jazz aficionados and newcomers alike. Don't miss the chance to experience this unique fusion of rhythms and melodies in the city that never sleeps.
About the Artists
Caelan Cardello
Caelan Cardello is a musician and performer known for his work in the jazz genre.
Ruben Fox
Ruben Fox is a jazz musician heard on New York City stages, including Dizzy’s Club. He appears with pianist Caelan Cardello’s ensemble alongside Matt Lee, Russell Hall, and vocalist Mar Vilaseca, moving between bossa nova and swing repertory tied to the Jobim–Getz songbook.
Russell Hall
Russell Hall is a jazz bassist heard on New York City bandstands, including Dizzy’s Club. He works as a sideman and ensemble anchor, with credits alongside pianist Caelan Cardello, saxophonist Ruben Fox, drummer Matt Lee, and vocalist Mar Vilaseca.
Mar Vilaseca
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Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial
Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial is a New York–based jazz program presented at Dizzy’s Club that revisits the repertoire associated with Antônio Carlos Jobim and Stan Getz. The set brings the Julian Lee Quartet together with vocalist Mar Vilaseca, with additional contributions from pianist Caelan Cardello, saxophonist Ruben Fox, and bassist Russell Hall, all familiar presences on city stages.
Julian Lee Quartet and Mar Vilaseca
Julian Lee Quartet joins vocalist Mar Vilaseca for jazz programs heard at New York City rooms including Dizzy’s Club. Their recent repertory has centered on Brazilian songbook material, framing Antônio Carlos Jobim’s bossa nova alongside the rhythmic touch and phrasing associated with West Coast swing, as in the Jobim–Getz centennial set.