Marcus Stephens 3-Day Residency

Marcus Stephens premiers:
The Kn'Octet is an 8 piece chamber ensemble rooted in multiple genres including jazz, rock, and hip hop.
Marcus Stephens: soprano saxophone, alto saxophone, bass clarinet
Raffi Garabedian: tenor saxophone
Charlie Gurke: baritone saxophone
Henry Hung: trumpet
Rob Ewing: trombone
Aj McKinley: guitar
Colin Hogan: keys
Eric Garland: drums
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Marcus Stephens 3-Day Residency

June 20th - Day 2 Marcus Stephens Solo Set

Marcus Deandre Stephens - Saxophonist, Music practitioner, Woodwinds. Since 1999 Marcus has been woven into the fabric of the Bay Area music community. His versatility has given him opportunities to collaborate with a multitude of genres including, Jazz, Hip Hop, Experimental, Funk, Rock, Soul, Classical and more.
He can be heard regularly with, Con Brio, Secret Sidewalk, Electric Squeezebox Orchestra, and Emplifier.
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Marcus Stephens 3-Day Residency

June 21st - Day 3 Secret Sidewalk

Founded in 2010, Secret Sidewalk is comprised of Bay Area natives from a variety of musical backgrounds, yielding a distinctive sound that echoes Bay Area hip-hop, jazz, and psychedelic undertones. The group features unorthodox instrumentation: saxophone, turntables, synthesizers, and drums, all modulated live with effects to create a sound that is both lush and gritty.

The sophomore release of the band’s imprint, Primal Dap Sound, picks up the thread left by their inaugural release, “Primal Dap”.

“Sutro Sound Bath” features the group’s continued experimentation with chance and sonic textures, deftly adapted to the unique circumstances of the current times.

Alex Abalos: Modular Synthesizer, MPC
Mike Boo: Turntable
Michael Reed: Drums, Electronics
Marcus Stephens: Saxophone, Electronics
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The Music of a Jazz Revolutionary! – an Ornette Coleman Ancestor Celebration

3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tickets Here

Ten years ago, the world lost a jazz icon, a pioneer who forever changed the path of the music; But his spirit lives in every note, every solo, of every artist he's ever inspired.

On June 22nd, step into the harmolodic universe of Ornette Coleman at Wyldflowr Arts for an unforgettable afternoon of bold, boundary-pushing music. Led by the incomparable Dr. Nora Free (whose 2015 dissertation on Coleman's work cemented her as a leading voice in the study of his music) this tribute brings together some of the Bay Area’s most fearless experimental improvisors.

Experience some of Coleman's iconic masterpieces alongside rarely performed, lesser-known gems, brought to life in an intimate, immersive setting. Between selections, Dr. Free will discuss Ornette’s ever-evolving sound, radical musical philosophy, and the profound cultural impact of his work in the late 20th century.

Featuring:

Dr. Nora Free – alto saxophone

David Boyce – tenor & soprano saxophones

David Meletiche El – guitar

Kevin Goldberg – bass

Shawn Myers – drums


This is not just a concert—it’s a celebration, a deep dive, a spiritual gathering. Seating is limited, and this event will sell out. Reserve your spot now and be part of this extraordinary tribute to one of jazz’s greatest innovators.
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