THURS 8 & 9:30 Ben Monder w/Adam Kolker, Jeremy Stratton, Kayvon Gordon
About This Event
Guitarist Ben Monder leads a quartet at Bar Bayeux with saxophonist Adam Kolker, Jeremy Stratton and Kayvon Gordon. The program draws on Monder's three-decade New York career and his work on David Bowie's Blackstar, pairs it with Kolker's compositional voice on saxophone, and centers on Stratton and Gordon's emphasis on responsive, free-leaning group improvisation.
About the Artists
Ben Monder
Immerse yourself in the evocative soundscapes of Ben Monder, a seasoned guitarist who has been a vibrant part of New York City's jazz scene for over three decades. Known for his mesmerizing and intricate playing style, Monder is a staple at the beloved Brooklyn venue, Barbès, where his performances captivate audiences with both solo compositions and collaborative works.
Adam Kolker
Adam Kolker is a jazz saxophonist and composer known for his work in the jazz genre.
Jeremy Stratton
Jeremy Stratton is a New York City jazz musician whose work sits between modern jazz and freer improvisation. At Bar Bayeux he has appeared in small-group settings alongside artists such as Matt Mitchell, Adam Kolker, Jeff Williams, Glenn Zaleski, Ben Monder, Kayvon Gordon, Marty Ehrlich, and Jerome Harris.
Kayvon Gordon
Kayvon Gordon is a New York City–based jazz musician whose work leans toward free-jazz structures and open improvisation. In club settings such as Bar Bayeux, Gordon appears in small-group lineups that emphasize listening and real-time response.