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John Bacon: Duos
by Jodi Hahn
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John Bacon: Duos is a performance in celebration of the release of the CD Boxing Days, a spontaneous collaboration between percussionist Bacon and jazz pianist Paul Bley. Although Bley will not be at this particular show, five renowned musicians will take turns in his place accompanying Bacon: Jan Williams (percussion), Bernard Woma (gyil, djembe), Jonathan Golove (electric cello), Joe Rozler (keyboards, guitar, voice), and Steve Baczkowski (woodwinds). A staple of the Western New York music scene for over twenty years, Bacon holds a masters degree in music and currently teaches Jazz and Percussion at SUNY Fredonia and Villa Maria College. His company, Multi-Jazz Dimensions co-produced the latest release, which was recorded in Rochester, NY. Bacon’s music has been performed by an assortment of talented musicians, including the modern music legend Leroy Jenkins. This perfrormance boasts a versatile accumulation of talents, including several residents of Buffalo and a citizen of Ghana (Bernard Woma.) The musicians will present an evening of percussion, cello, winds, vocals, and electric and African instruments. Presented in cooperation with Hallwalls, Soundlab, and Multi-Jazz Dimensions.
Friday, May 4 at 9pm. Soundlab, 110 Pearl St. (440-5907)
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