SAT 8 & 9:30 - Wayne Tucker w/Miles Tucker, David Linard, Tamir Shmerling, Curtis Nowosad

Miles Tucker is a New York City–based jazz musician whose work moves between straight-ahead language and freer improvisation. At Bar Bayeux, he has appeared in Wayne Tucker’s ensemble alongside David Linard, Tamir Shmerling, and Curtis Nowosad, shaping sets that rely on close listening as much as individual voice.

David Linard is a New York City–based jazz musician whose work moves between smooth, vocal-leaning jazz and freer improvisation. He appears at Brooklyn’s Bar Bayeux, including in Wayne Tucker’s group alongside Miles Tucker, Tamir Shmerling, and Curtis Nowosad.

Tamir Shmerling is a New York City–based jazz musician associated with the freer end of the tradition. He has appeared at Bar Bayeux and works in small-group settings that emphasize listening and real-time decisions.

Curtis Nowosad is a jazz drummer and improviser heard on New York City bandstands, including Bar Bayeux. His work moves between straight-ahead swing and freer forms, with a grounding in soul-jazz pulse and ensemble timing.

Wayne Tucker is a New York City–based performer working in rock and pop settings, appearing with Groupmuse NYC. He has performed with The Bad Mothas, including programs such as “A Black History Month Celebration with Wayne Tucker and The Bad Mothas.