Aaron Diehl

Tyshawn Sorey

Matt Brewer

UMS University Musical Society

### Event Description: Tyshawn Sorey Trio at Blue LLama Jazz Club

**Event:** Tyshawn Sorey Trio Performance  
**Date:** Saturday, November 16, 2024  
**Times:** 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM  
**Venue:** Blue LLama Jazz Club, 314 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104  
**Box Office:** 734-764-2538

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening of jazz with the Tyshawn Sorey Trio at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in downtown Ann Arbor. Tyshawn Sorey, a genre-defying composer and drummer, will be performing pieces from his acclaimed album "Mesmerism." This album showcases the joy of improvising over songs from the Great American Songbook, marking a return to Sorey's musical roots after a career steeped in the avant-garde.

**About Tyshawn Sorey:**
Tyshawn Sorey is one of the most sought-after figures in contemporary music, known for his ability to blend composition and improvisation seamlessly. A 2017 MacArthur Fellow and 2023 Pulitzer Prize finalist, Sorey has performed globally with his ensembles and alongside industry titans. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the 2023 Critics Poll Award from Downbeat Magazine.

**Trio Members:**
- **Tyshawn Sorey:** Drums
- **Aaron Diehl:** Piano
- **Matt Brewer:** Bass

**Performance Details:**
- **Sets:** Two sets featuring the Tyshawn Sorey Trio
- **Capacity:** These shows are currently at capacity. Sign up to the interest list to be notified if tickets become available.

**Sponsors:**
- **Principal Sponsor:** Louise Taylor
- **Supporting Sponsor:** Don and Anais Hicks

**Additional Information:**
- **Student, Senior, and Group Discounts:** May be available
- **Contact:** For more information or to join the interest list, visit the UMS website or call the box office at 734-764-2538.

Don't miss this chance to experience the unparalleled talent of Tyshawn Sorey and his trio in an intimate jazz club setting. Sign up to the interest list to be notified if tickets become available.