Red Hook Records 5th Anniversary: Jason Moran, BlankFor.ms, and Marcus Gilmore // Caroline Davis, Qasim Naqvi, and Grey Mcmurray
About This Event
Red Hook Records’ fifth-anniversary night at Roulette pairs Jason Moran with BlankFor.ms and drummer Marcus Gilmore, alongside a set from Caroline Davis with Qasim Naqvi and Grey McMurray. Moran’s work moves between jazz and contemporary classical and often extends into staged and multimedia formats. Davis emphasizes classical discipline within free and experimental jazz, favoring clarity, ensemble timing and texture; Gilmore’s rhythmic approach and Naqvi’s mix of composed and collaborative set-making frame the program.
About the Artists
Jason Moran
Jason Moran is an American pianist, composer, and educator whose work moves between jazz and contemporary classical language. In New York City he appears at venues such as Town Hall and Roulette, including Japan Society and The Town Hall’s Murakami Mixtape and Long Play Festival programs with Blank For.
Marcus Gilmore
Marcus Gilmore is redefining the heartbeat of jazz with his innovative drumming style, capturing the attention of audiences and critics alike. A regular presence at New York City's iconic Smoke Jazz & Supper Club, Gilmore brings a fresh perspective to the jazz scene, infusing traditional rhythms with a modern flair.
Caroline Davis
Caroline Davis is a New York–based saxophonist working in the space where classical discipline meets free and experimental jazz. At Roulette, she has appeared in programs such as *Caroline Davis // Matt Mitchell*, pairing her detailed improvising with Mitchell’s composer-driven piano language.
Qasim Naqvi
Qasim Naqvi is a classical musician and performer heard in New York City contexts, including live programs at Roulette. His work moves between composed material and collaborative set-making, often shaped by the specific players and room.