Adam Larson Trio (night 1 of 2)

Sophisticated saxophonist Adam Larson had become a mainstay in the New York scene before relocating to Kansas City to teach at University of Missouri-Kansas City. He has garnered critical acclaim for his eloquent compositions and playing with his stripped down trio of sax, bass, and drums. Larson has released eight albums; three for Outside In, one for Ropeadope Records, two under the Inner Circle Music label and two produced independently. Larson’s record “With Love, From Chicago”, received a rare 4.5 Star rating from Downbeat Magazine and was featured in JazzTimes Magazine, among other national media outlets. The second installment in his recent “trio trilogy” project- “With Love, From Kansas City”, was featured in ThePitch (KC), and the final installment of the trilogy, “With Love, From New York” featuring bassist Matt Clohesy and drummer Obed Calvaire, received a 4 Star rating from Downbeat. Larson keeps an active schedule with his own groups and as a sideman, having performed at several venues across the U.S. including The Green Mill, The Jazz Standard, Birdland, The 55 Bar, The Jazz Gallery, The Blue Note, The Village Vanguard, Smalls, Jazz at The Bistro, The Jazz Estate, The Jazz Showcase, Dazzle, Noce, The Jewell and several others.

What they're saying about Adam:

“…an extremely satisfying saxophone-bass-drums trio (“With Love, From Chicago”)

…one of those albums that should stay in one’s rotation”- Anthony Dean-Harris, Downbeat Magazine, 4.5 Stars

“Saxophonist Adam Larson is one serious talent.”- All About Jazz

"Larson’s saxophone skills are beyond the norm; he’s also a prolific composer.”- Downbeat Magazine

"With undeniable command over his instrument, Larson can do just about anything.”- All About Jazz

Featuring:

Adam Larson - tenor sax

Ted Olsen - bass 

Abinnet Berhanu - drums