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Edward Simon Trio
Edward Simon brings a stellar trio to play music from his new album, Venezuela: Latin American Songbook Vol. 2 on ArtistShare, with acclaimed bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Adam Cruz. Following his NAACP Image Award-winning Vol. 1, this new chapter draws further inspiration from the rich musical heritage of Simon’s homeland and neighboring countries, bringing to light beloved classics and hidden gems from the Latin American songbook through jazz-informed interpretation. Each piece is reimagined through Simon’s refined touch as an arranger, resulting in a vibrant dialogue between tradition and innovation.
General Admission
$30 in advance / $35 at the door
We are offering a limited number of seats for this performance. Advance purchase is recommended. Masking is optional.
“One of the strongest pianists of his generation” –DownBeat
EDWARD SIMON
Edward Simon has become an irrepressible force in modern music. The Venezuela-born Bay Area artist has been a pivotal member of the SFJAZZ Collective since 2009, receiving more than 20 composer commissions, in addition to multiple critically acclaimed suites commissioned by Chamber Music America.
Simon received a coveted Doris Duke Impact Award nomination and a Certificate of Appreciation from the Embassy of Venezuela. He has earned distinction as a UCross Fellow, Fulbright Senior Specialist, Guggenheim Fellow, MacDowell Fellow, Lucas Artist Program Fellow, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Fellow, State of Florida Fellow and New York Foundation for the Arts Music Composition Fellow.
Over the course of his career, he has released more than 18 acclaimed albums, including Latin American Songbook, which won Outstanding Jazz Album at the 47th Annual NAACP Image Awards. edwardsimon.com