Cafe CODA

The Madison Jazz Orchestra takes the stage for a night of bold, big band sound you can feel.

Expect rich horns, deep grooves, and that unmistakable live energy that only a full jazz orchestra can bring. Whether you’re a longtime jazz lover or just looking for something special to do tonight, this is the kind of show that pulls you in from the first note.

🎶 Thur, Jun 18

🕖 Show at 7pm

🎟️ $15

This show features liquid and rich flute and sax playing by Tom Gullion, smooth and solid bass by Mark Urness, fascinatingly drum rhythms by Dane Richeson, and sensitive, lively piano and organ by Doug White.

These performances are free of charge. Freewill offerings are encouraged to help keep the music flowing. We hope you can join us at Cafe CODA!

Tom Gullion is a vibrant and innovative jazz saxophonist and flautist, whose adventurous improvisations have earned him a global reputation as a creative jazz musician. His mastery of the saxophone and flute, combined with his passion for experimenting with musical genres and styles, have made him a sought-after performer and collaborator.

Tom has recorded and performed with some of the world’s most renowned jazz musicians. His live performances, both solo and with his band, have left audiences in awe, as he takes them on a journey of musical exploration.

Dane Richeson integrates rhythms of jazz, rock, funk, classical, Africa and Brazil in creative and intriguing improvisations. He has played with Bobby McFerrin, Gordon Stout, Gunther Schuller, Geoffrey Keezer, Joe Lovano, NDR Big Band of Germany, Roscoe Mitchell, Medeski-Martin-Woods, Kenny Wheeler, Danilo Perez, and Lyle Mays.

Mark Urness is widely sought as a master of jazz and classical bass. He teaches jazz at Lawrence University.

Doug White is a multi-genre keyboardist who has toured internationally and played in the midwest jazz scene with Clyde Stubblefield, Les Thimmig, and Brian Lynch.

🎶 FRI, Jun 12

🕖 Shows at 5pm

🎟️ Free