Stein/Smith/Shead Trio + Mai Khoi, mark Micchelli, & Eli Namay

The Stein/Smith/Shead trio (from Chicago) will perform an opening set of music followed by a collaborative set with Pittsburgh locals Mai Khoi, Mark Micchelli, and Eli Namay. To end the evening the six musicians will engage in a casual conversation and Q&A with the audience discussing concepts of composition, improvisation, collaboration, improvised music history, and much more.

This is a must-see evening for contemporary jazz fans and anyone curious in the improvisation process.

Featured Musicians: 

Jason Stein:  bass clarinet

Damon Smith: double bass

Adam Shead: drums

Mai Khoi: voice

Mark Micchelli – piano

Eli Namay: double bass