Vibraphonist and composer Joel Ross infuses his live sets with virtuosic lyrical improvisation, yet leaves space for moods to linger and transform. His vast inspiration comes from layering the intersecting music of his native Chicago. To date, Ross has served on the Jazz Journalists Association Critics Poll for Mallet Instrumentalist of the Year, earned a coveted Residency Commission from The Jazz Gallery, and secured a one-of-a-kind spot in The Jazz Gallery All Stars band. His three albums, KingMaker, Who Are You?, and The Parable of the Poet have been met with substantial critical acclaim.
Watch: Joel Ross Good Vibes | 2019 Chicago Jazz Festival
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Notice: Reduced availability at Helen C. White Parking Garage (Lot 6)
Due to planned construction throughout fall 2022, Lot 6 will have fewer parking spaces available. Please allow more time for parking when attending this event. We suggest parking at the State Street Campus Garage or Grainger Hall Garage as alternatives. Visit UW Transportation Services or Parkopeida for more information regarding parking options in downtown Madison.
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Jazz saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins uses his music to explore critical thought, spirituality, and the Black experience.
The Samara Joy performance scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2023, has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 7:30 PM in Shannon Hall.
This is a past event and has been archived for reference.