Saxofonist

In 1997, drummer and composer Brian Blade formed The Fellowship Band with pianist and composer Jon Cowherd. The band members are saxophonists Myron Walden and Melvin Butler, bassist Christopher Thomas and guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel. Over the 26 years that the band has existed, they have released seven recordings. Their debut, FELLOWSHIP in 1998, PERCEPTUAL in 2000, SEASON OF CHANGES in 2008, LANDMARKS in 2014, BODY AND SHADOW in 2017, LIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES in 2022 and KINGS HIGHWAY in 2023.

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Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band

Acadiana Center for the Arts

GRAMMY-winning drummer and composer Brian Blade brings back The Fellowship Band to perform music from across their seven studio releases.

Saxofonist

Melvin Butler

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 22, 2026

Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band · San Francisco Jazz

Past events

Sep 5, 2024

Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band · Acadiana Center for the Arts

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