Julian Lage Quartet feat. John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, Kenny Wollensen
About This Event
Julian Lage brings his quartet to Town Hall with John Medeski on keyboards, Jorge Roeder on bass and Kenny Wollensen on drums. The pairing places Lage's guitar-based compositions and technical command alongside Medeski's wide keyboard palette—from acoustic piano to Hammond B3—and the rhythm section's steady support, framing an exploration of contemporary jazz rooted in New York's scene.
About the Artists
Julian Lage
Julian Lage is a captivating presence in the jazz world, known for his exceptional guitar prowess and innovative compositions. Regularly gracing the stage at Dizzy's Club, he brings a vibrant energy to New York City's rich tapestry of musical performances.
Julian Lage Quartet
The Julian Lage Quartet is a jazz ensemble led by guitarist and composer Julian Lage, whose writing often starts from guitar lines and expands through group interplay. For their Town Hall appearance in New York City, the quartet features John Medeski on keyboards, Jorge Roeder on bass, and Kenny Wollensen on drums, bringing acoustic piano and Hammond B3 colors into the arrangement.
John Medeski
Experience the dynamic artistry of John Medeski, a key figure in New York City's vibrant jazz and rock scenes. Known for his innovative performances and eclectic keyboard skills, Medeski has captivated audiences at iconic venues like Le Poisson Rouge and Brooklyn Bowl.
Jorge Roeder
Jorge Roeder is a Peruvian bassist and composer whose work moves between jazz and Latin jazz vocabulary. In New York City, he appears at Town Hall as part of the Julian Lage Quartet, joining guitarist Julian Lage with John Medeski on keyboards and Kenny Wollensen on drums.
Kenny Wollensen
Kenny Wollensen is a drummer whose work moves between modern jazz ensembles and genre-crossing projects, with a long record of high-profile collaborations. In New York City, he appears at Town Hall with the Julian Lage Quartet alongside John Medeski on keyboards and bassist Jorge Roeder, supporting Lage’s guitar-centered writing with a flexible, detailed pulse.