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GREG ABATE QUARTET

  • The Packing House 156 River Roiad Willington, CT 06279 USA (map)

Acoustic Artist Series: Jazz

TICKETS $20.00

AVAILABLE ONLINE OR CASH AT THE DOOR

Greg Abate jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer continues as an International Jazz/Recording Artist with 225 days a year touring the globe.

In the mid 70’s after finishing a four year program at Berklee College Of Music, Greg played lead alto for the Ray Charles Orchestra for 2 years. In 1978 Greg formed his group 'Channel One' which was a favorite in the New England area and from there had the opportunity to play tenor sax with the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra under leadership of Dick Johnson from 1986 to ’87.

Following this experience Greg ventured out as post hard bop soloist playing Jazz Festivals, Jazz Societies and Jazz Clubs throughout the U.S. Canada and abroad, including most of Europe, UK, and Moscow and Georgia Russia.

Greg’s newest release The Greg Abate Quintet features Phil Woods, Jesse Green, Evan Gregor and Bill Goodwin (Rhombus Records). Greg will be joined at The Packing House by Matt Champlain on piano, Nat Reeves on bass, Ben Bilello on drums [www.gregabate.com]. Continue reading...

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to see this jazz great in our intimate historic setting. This concert is a part of The Packing House Acoustic Artist Series hosted by the Friends of The Mill Works. Cabaret and theater seating available. "BYOB" (Beer and Wine ONLY please) with $5.00 corkage/bottle fee.

Call 518-791-9474 for information and table reservations.

Earlier Event: March 12
Lexi Weege

The Packing House  |  156 River Road, Suite 1301Willington, Connecticut 06279  |  (518)791-9474