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Program Series

JazzPOP 2019

Celebrate the creative spirit of West Coast jazz and improvised music with three innovative Southern California bandleaders. Organized by San Francisco Bay Area bassist Lisa Mezzacappa.

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Music & Performance

JazzPOP: Hitomi Oba Group

Tenor saxophonist Hitomi Oba performs her music that dances effortlessly between energetic jazz and refined chamber music.

Thu Aug 1 2019 8:00 PM

Alex Cline sits behind a set of drums and cymbals.

Music & Performance

JazzPOP: Alex Cline's Limitless Light Ensemble: Remembering Joseph Jarman

The Los Angeles drummer convenes an all-star nonet to pay tribute to Joseph Jarman, member of the Art Ensemble of Chicago.

Thu Aug 8 2019 8:00 PM

Joshua White sitting at a piano

Music & Performance

JazzPOP: Joshua White 6tet

The San Diego pianist directs his band through a performance featuring elements of classical, gospel, and modern jazz.

Thu Aug 15 2019 8:00 PM