Pianist

The Messenger follows a community of seekers whose leader has gone missing. They have always lived in harmony with the land, their ancestry, and beliefs. What will they do in his absence? In this fusion of classical, jazz and new music, the community sets out to answer this very question.

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The Messenger

National Sawdust

Jazz Underground presents Jerome Jennings & ill Philosophy, a celebration of the Black sound tradition(s). The group performs music that reflects the American experience. Jerome Jennings is a drummer, activist, bandleader, sideman, and Emmy Award-winning composer. His debut recording “The Beast” is a reflection of the everyday joys and traumas of Black life in the U.S. It was named one of the top three jazz releases by NPR, received a four star rating in Downbeat Magazine, and was nominated for the prestigious French Grand Prix du Disque Award for Album of the Year in 2016. Jerome’s sophomore recording, “Solidarity”, released in November 2019, was recognized by NPR as the best music that spoke truth to power of 2019.

Pianist

Alexis Marcelo

Events

Past events

Jun 19, 2025

The Messenger · National Sawdust

Jul 28, 2024

Jerome Jennings · Jazz at Lincoln Center

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