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When the vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Braxton Cook first started working on the album that would become 2025’s Not Everyone Can Go, he was going through several transitions that he just couldn’t ignore. Last year, Cook spent lots of time on the road — in Europe and Asia, along with two United States tours. “I was just very busy, and trying to juggle that with family, it was a lot to manage,” Cook said. Then, in a moment of self-reflection, he looked back on the past year, noticed a theme emerging. Thus, he came to this conclusion: It was OK to let go of things that weren’t serving him any longer. Transitions were natural as he stepped into fatherhood. “It was only pushing me more in that direction of understanding,” he continued. “There’s grief that comes along with having to let certain things go to make time for the things I truly value.”

Braxton Cook

Dakota

Our second Sunday SMARTBOMB takeover features saxophonist Braxton Cook with the Kiefer Trio in Miner Auditorium, and saxophonist and composer Josh Johnson with a solo set in the Joe Henderson Lab.

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Braxton Cook, Kiefer Trio, Josh Johnson

SFJAZZ Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening of jazz with the Emmy Award-winning artist, Braxton Cook, at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. This exclusive performance is set to take place in the center's newest and most intimate music room, Judson's Live, on Thursday, June 6, 2024, with shows at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Braxton Cook, hailed as one of this generation's most exciting emerging voices in the jazz world, will grace the stage for a 90-minute experience that includes a 50-minute performance. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy world-class cocktails and small plates in an atmosphere that is low-key, highly creative, and always stylish. Judson's Live is inspired by the world’s legendary listening rooms, offering an intimate setting that is perfect for experiencing the artistry of Braxton Cook.

About Braxton Cook:
Braxton Cook is not only an Emmy Award winner but also a recognized Jazz Marvel and Jazz Prodigy by Fader Magazine. A semi-finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition in 2013 and a graduate from The Juilliard School in Jazz Composition, Cook has toured with notable artists such as Grammy Award-nominated trumpeter Christian Scott, Christian McBride Big Band, Jon Batiste, and Marquis Hill. With six projects under his belt, including his debut EP "Sketch" (2014) and his latest release "Who Are You When No One Is Watching" (2023), Cook continues to reside in Los Angeles, CA, with his family, captivating audiences with his unique blend of jazz.

Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024
- Time: 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.
- Location: Judson's Live, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
- Tickets: Starting from $40
- Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show and 8:30 p.m. for the 9 p.m. show
- Additional Information: There is a one drink minimum per person.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the incredible talent of Braxton Cook in the intimate setting of Judson's Live. Secure your tickets now and be part of a night filled with exceptional jazz music, creativity, and style.

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Peabody Jazz Ensemble 2023

Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University

Trumpeter and 2022 Cleveland Arts Prize recipient Dominick Farinacci is an alumnus of The Juilliard School’s first jazz program. Farinacci’s newest group, Triad -- created with Christian Tamburr and Michael Ward-Bergeman — the diverse musical realms of jazz, blues, orchestral and world music.

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Aug 12, 2026

Braxton Cook · Dakota

Jan 18, 2026

Braxton Cook, Kiefer Trio, Josh Johnson · San Francisco Jazz

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