Michela Marino Lerman, Savannah Harris & Phoenix Collective ft. special guest Christian McBride

Michela Marino Lerman, Savannah Harris, and the Phoenix Collective work in the overlap of rock and pop, bringing an ensemble approach to live performance at New York City venues including National Sawdust.

Michela Marino Lerman is a New York City–based rock/pop artist whose work appears in performance contexts ranging from club-style bills to multidisciplinary concert programs. At National Sawdust, she has shared stages with artists including Lola Kirke with Odetta, Black Belt Eagle Scout and Mato Wayuhi with Ailani, and Bruce Brubaker Live!, as well as projects by Huang Ruo and Kaoru Watanabe.

Savannah Harris is a celebrated drummer, producer, and music director, recognized as one of the leading drummers of her generation. With a deep-rooted expertise in jazz and a flair for contemporary Black music, she infuses precision, creativity, and emotional resonance into every performance.

Phoenix Collective is a New York City–based rock/pop group heard at National Sawdust, where their sets sit comfortably alongside the venue’s broad slate of contemporary music and performance. They have shared bills with artists and programs ranging from Britton & The Sting and Lola Kirke with Odetta to Huang Ruo’s *A DUST IN TIME* (NY premiere) and Kaoru Watanabe’s *Bloodlines Interwoven*.

Step into the vibrant world of jazz with Christian McBride, a powerhouse bassist whose artistry has redefined the genre. With a career that spans collaborations with the likes of Kurt Rosenwinkel and Savannah Harris, McBride’s performances are a masterclass in musical synergy.