Kris Davis Trio with Johnathan Blake & Robert Hurst

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Doors & Dinner: 6:00 PM

Ages: All Ages

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Run the Gauntlet emerges as the latest album from Kris Davis, accompanied by the extraordinary talents of bassist Robert Hurst and drummer Johnathan Blake, together forming the Kris Davis Trio. Seamlessly melding composition with improvisation, this album stands as a testament to Davis’ singular voice within the jazz landscape.

The title, ‘Run the Gauntlet,’ serves as a metaphor for overcoming challenges to achieve one’s goals. In this project, Davis pays homage to six trailblazing women pianists who have left an indelible mark on her journey as a pianist and composer: Geri Allen, Carla Bley, Renee Rosnes, Angelica Sanchez, Marilyn Crispell, and Sylvie Courvoisier. These remarkable women not only navigated the male-dominated field of jazz but also profoundly influenced Davis’s development as a pianist and composer. By dedicating the album to these extraordinary women, Davis honors their resilience and groundbreaking contributions as leaders in the jazz community.

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(Ticket Includes 5% City of Santa Cruz Admission Tax)

Venue

: Kuumbwa Jazz Center
: 320 Cedar St.
Santa Cruz, 95060 United States + Google Map
Phone: 831-427-2227
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