UnscriptedJazz

RANDY BRECKER & Chris Farr, Lionel Cordew, Adam Faulk.
Thursday, April 30

South Jazz Club
600 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
267.738.1600
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Randy Brecker returns to Unscripted Jazz at South, renowned jazz trumpeter and composer who has influenced jazz, R&B, and rock for over sixty years. His trumpet and flugelhorn performances have graced albums by artists like James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen, and Frank Sinatra.

Born in 1945 in Philadelphia, Randy’s musical journey began early. After studying at Indiana University, he moved to New York, collaborating with groups like Clark Terry’s Big Bad Band and the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra.

In 1967, he joined Blood, Sweat & Tears and later the Horace Silver Quintet. His debut solo album, “Score,” released in 1968, featured the young tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker. Randy also worked with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers and co-founded the fusion group “Dreams,” cementing his legacy in modern music.

RANDY BRECKER and Gerald Veasley Band
Thursday, April 30

South Jazz Club
600 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
267.738.1600
https://tinyurl.com/3ydp2s7f

Randy Brecker returns to Unscripted Jazz at South, renowned jazz trumpeter and composer who has influenced jazz, R&B, and rock for over sixty years. His trumpet and flugelhorn performances have graced albums by artists like James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen, and Frank Sinatra.

Born in 1945 in Philadelphia, Randy’s musical journey began early. After studying at Indiana University, he moved to New York, collaborating with groups like Clark Terry’s Big Bad Band and the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra.

In 1967, he joined Blood, Sweat & Tears and later the Horace Silver Quintet. His debut solo album, “Score,” released in 1968, featured the young tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker. Randy also worked with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers and co-founded the fusion group “Dreams,” cementing his legacy in modern music.

April 16, 2026    
6:30pm and 9pm
“Coltrane Unscripted : A Philadelphia Homecoming” featuring Jaleel Shaw with Gerald Veasley, Adam Faulk, and Khary Abdul-Shaheed.

South Jazz Club
600 N. Broad St
Phila, Pa
267-225-8018

Get ready for an unforgettable night at South Jazz Club with “Coltrane Unscripted.” This special one-night performance features an elite quartet of Philadelphia’s top musicians, including Jaleel Shaw on alto, pianist Adam Faulk, and drummer Khary Shaheed.

Join us on April 16 for an evening that honors John Coltrane’s legacy while boldly exploring the future of jazz. Don’t miss it!