Anthony Stanco Ensemble

Name: Anthony Stanco Ensemble
Start: 2025-01-09T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-09T22:00:00-05:00
Location: 1213 Turner St, Lansing, MI, United States, Michigan 48906

Schedule

Thu Jan 09 2025 at 07:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1213 Turner St, Lansing, MI, United States, Michigan 48906 | Lansing, MI

Anthony Stanco will lead his quintet featuring MSU Jazz Professors Rodney Whitaker, Xavier Davis, and Randy Napoleon. The ensemble will perform new compositions penned by Stanco, offering attendees the first chance to hear his latest original material—a follow-up to his acclaimed album, Stanco’s Time.
This special experience will dazzle audiences and transport them back to the golden era of bebop, blues, and swing!
Lineup:
Anthony Stanco – Trumpet
Randy Napoleon – Guitar
Xavier Davis – Piano
Rodney Whitaker – Bass
Brian Allen – Drums

Anthony Stanco, a trumpet virtuoso from Southeast Michigan, draws from Detroit’s rich musical legacy. Mentored by Marcus Belgrave and Rodney Whitaker, he refined his artistry at the Manhattan School of Music before returning to Michigan State University, where he won first place in the 2013 International Trumpet Guild's Jazz Improvisation Competition.
As leader of The Crucial Elements, Stanco served as a cultural ambassador for the U.S. State Department, captivating audiences worldwide with performances across South Africa, Indonesia, and beyond.
Stanco’s acclaimed albums, including The Crucial Elements and You Know The Feeling, demonstrate his musical brilliance. His forthcoming release, Stanco’s Time (Origin Records), is highly anticipated. As a Bach Trumpet endorsing artist, his signature sound continues to inspire.
Beyond performing, Stanco is passionate about education. As an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, he mentors aspiring musicians while sharing his deep love for jazz. Recognized with a Jazz Road Tours grant, Stanco’s contributions have left a lasting impact on the jazz community.
Learn more at www.anthonystanco.com.
Dinner and drink menus are available at an additional cost. Reserved seating available. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to performance.
🎟️ Tickets $20 General Admission, $10 Students with Proof of Student ID at the door.
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1213 Turner Rd
Lansing, MI