DANN ZINN & RACHEL Z: "TWO ROADS" ALBUM RELEASE

Dann Zinn is a renowned saxophonist and composer showcasing his signature blend of ECM, American jazz, and East Bay funk. Join us for an evening of original jazz with pianist Rachel Z, bassist Jeff Denson, and drummer Deszon Claiborne playing music from Dann’s new critically acclaimed album "Two Roads."

“Dann Zinn is a game changer, who is taking jazz in new directions.” As a world-class saxophonist/flutist, Zinn is renowned for being a passionate soloist and composer/arranger. Hailed over the years as “inventive,” “distinctive,” and for “creating a stunning and emotional listening experience,” Zinn has developed a unique style distinguishing him as a one of a kind artist with a tone unlike any other horn player on the jazz scene today.

Zinn’s resume includes working and recording with Omar Hakim, Rachel Z, Peter Erskine, Mike Stern, Leni Stern, Taylor Eigsti, Terri Lynn Carrington, Allison Miller, Derrick Hodge, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, Cuong Vu, David Weiss, Dave Eshelman, Chuck Findley, Mary Wells, Martha and the Vandellas, and Barry Finnerty, among many others. Two Roads is Zinn’s sixth cd, released on Ridgeway Records. 

Pianist Rachel Z is best known for collaborations with Wayne Shorter, Steps Ahead, and Peter Gabriel.  She is currently touring worldwide with her critically acclaimed trio featuring drummer Omar Hakim.  Her most recent recording Sensual has topped the jazz charts for months.

Bassist Jeff Denson, formally of the Lee Konitz band, is a world renowned bassist and vocalist, and Deszon Clairborne is one of the great bay area drummers.