Saxofonist

Director

Jazz leader Rudresh Mahanthappa presents Hero Trio, a performance drawing from his most recent album of original arrangements by artists who have inspired his career, including Charlie Parker, Stevie Wonder, John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, and Keith Jarret, among others. This varied group mirrors Mahanthappa’s own commitment to pushing artistic boundaries and the diverse range of styles he draws from, including classic bebop, electric fusion, and Carnatic music. His characteristically original interpretations are played by himself and his longtime associates François Moutin on bass and Rudy Royston on drums.

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Rudresh Mahanthappa’s Hero Trio and For Living Lovers

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Hailed as one of today’s premier jazz voices, alto-saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa returns with his longtime collaborators François Moutin on bass and Rudy Royston on drums, with music that pays tribute to his greatest influences. From the iconic sounds of Charlie Parker and John Coltrane to the soulful melodies of Stevie Wonder and Johnny Cash, Mahanthappa's musical style blends a profound appreciation of the past with the vibrant rhythms of the present.

Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio

Columbia University

Joseph Rader, Saxophone – Doctoral Qualifying Recital

Please join us for a performance by Princeton University’s top jazz small group opening for the debut performance of the Princeton University faculty jazz quintet.

PU Faculty Jazz Quintet and Jazz Small Group I

Princeton University

Students in Jazz at Princeton’s Small Groups perform a spring concert. 

Small Group A, directed by Rudresh Mahanthappa, will be playing music by Michael Dease, Claudio Roditi, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, and more.  Small Group Z, directed by Ted Chubb, will be performing music by Wayne Shorter, Tadd Dameron, Sonny Clark, James Williams, and more.

Jazz Small Groups A and Z

Taplin Auditorium

“Jaw-dropping… one of the finest saxophonists going” (Pitchfork), Rudresh Mahanthappa is a visionary artist, blending a master’s touch on the alto saxophone with an exploratory compositional voice informed by the Carnatic musical traditions of his south Indian heritage.

Saxofonist, Director

Rudresh Mahanthappa

Events

Upcoming events

21 - 22 May, 2026

Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio · San Francisco Jazz

Past events

Oct 19, 2025

Rudresh Mahanthappa’s Hero Trio and For Living Lovers · Redcat - Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater

Mar 1, 2025

Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio · Miller Theatre

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