
Death & Saxes + Full Court Press
Death & Saxes is Santa Cruz’s premier straight-ahead jazz quartet. Founded by saxophonist John Bouwsma, a Santa Cruz native and Kuumbwa education program alum, Death & Saxes interprets standards and classic jazz compositions as well as original songs and arrangements. Behind Bouwsma’s tenor is a rhythm section of Alameda’s own Harrison Brand on guitar, as well as longtime Santa Cruz jazz veterans Jamie Brudnick on upright bass, and Ben Sibley on drums. Together, Death & Saxes consistently creates exciting performances with dynamic solos, creative musical conversations, and incorporating a wide variety of musical styles.
Full Court Press is a “nuclear fusion band” formed in Santa Cruz, mixing jazz with rock, funk, and beyond for their electrifying sets.
Death & Saxes
Full Court Press
(Ticket Includes 5% City of Santa Cruz Admission Tax)