John Raymond Quintet

7p Show | Doors @ 5p

9:30p Show | Doors @ 9p

John Raymond - trumpet, flugelhorn

Sophie Faught - tenor saxophone

Steve Allee - piano

Jeremy Allen - bass

Jay Sawyer - drums

Grammy-nominated, Indiana-based trumpeter John Raymond is one of the most promising, genre-bending musicians in jazz today. With a singular voice as a trumpeter, flugelhornist, and composer, Raymond is "steering jazz in the right direction" (Downbeat Magazine) by pushing its boundaries, seamlessly incorporating indie-rock, folk and electronic influences into his music. As Something Else reviews stated, "This is jazz, yes, but jazz with an open mind."

John has released nine albums under his own name, receiving praise from the New York Times, Downbeat, Stereogum, NPR, and more. He has been a sideman or featured artist on over thirty other recordings, including four GRAMMY-nominated albums, and has performed or recorded with a diverse array of artists including legendary jazz drummer Billy Hart, pop sensation Sara Bareilles, Stellar-award winning gospel producer Darnell Davis, and singer/songwriter Sandra McCracken among others. John is also a sought-after educator, both as Associate Professor of Jazz Studies at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University and as a guest clinician and soloist at schools around the world.

Tonight's performance will feature a quintet of renowned musicians performing Raymond's new original compositions that combine classic jazz sounds with modern influences.