What’s on the Calendar
Friday, November 28
Mr. Henry's – Capitol Hill
Todd Marcus
Todd Marcus may be the most prominent bass clarinetist in modern jazz. The Baltimore-based composer, bandleader and activist makes a strong case for why the instrument deserves more recognition; whether he’s coaxing out deep melancholy in ballads or unleashing a…
The roots of Lizz Wright’s mercy
Editor’s note: On October 5, Lizz Wright appears at Strathmore’s Music Center, where she will plumb the depths of her 20-year career and continue celebrating music from her most recent release, 2024’s Shadow. Ahead of that performance, CB’s Contributing Editor Joshua Myers explores the history and meaning behind Wright’s music. In a place like Hahira,…
