Redman, Mehldau, McBride, Blade: A MoodSwing Reunion

Apr 20, 2022

Overview

MoodSwing, the 1994 album by Joshua Redman’s first permanent quartet, was an astonishing collection by four precociously talented musicians who would rapidly establish themselves as creative beacons. After years of individual triumphs, saxophonist Redman, pianist Brad Mehldau, bassist Christian McBride and drummer Brian Blade join forces again.

Please note: there will be no intermission for this concert.

Sponsors & Partners

This concert has been made possible through a generous grant from Dan J. Epstein, Judy Guitelman and the Dan J. Epstein Family Foundation


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