Thursday, July 11, 5:30-7:30p
23 Centre Street, New Bedford, MA
23 Centre Street, New Bedford, MA
Jim Robitaille
Featuring John McKenna, Erik van Dam, Marty Ballou, Chris Poudrier Sr.
Featuring John McKenna, Erik van Dam, Marty Ballou, Chris Poudrier Sr.
Join us for an evening of live music presented by Whaling City Sound in collaboration with AHA! New Bedford. These performances are held on the second Thursday of each month at 23 Centre Street, New Bedford at 5:30p and 7:15p — free to the public.
Jim Robitaille leads an outstanding ensemble featuring John McKenna on saxophone, Erik van Dam on woodwinds, Marty Ballou on bass, and Chris Poudrier Sr. on drums. Their music seamlessly blends traditional and modern jazz, marked by expressive improvisation and a versatile range of influences. Each musician brings their unique talent, from Robitaille’s award-winning guitar work and compositions to McKenna’s and van Dam’s skilled woodwind performances, Ballou’s melodic bass, and Poudrier’s dynamic drumming. Together, they create a rich and captivating jazz experience.
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