Eli Block Quartet at The Mad Monkfish

Eli Block and his band present a tribute to the prolific trumpeter and
composer Tom Harrell, performing Harrell’s original compositions. Come
enjoy an evening of live music with us!

Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere of the Jazz Baroness Room at The Mad Monkfish, where you can sip your favorite drink, savor sushi or Thai cuisine, and enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of a talented jazz ensemble. Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or simply seeking a delightful night out, this event promises to be a treat for your senses. Our full bar and food menus are available to complement the musical experience.

Eli Block, Trumpet
Caio Afiune, Guitar
James Heazlewood Dale, Bass
Henry Godfrey, Drums

Eli Block is a versatile trumpet player and educator based in Boston. He
performs regularly throughout New England with groups including the
BT/ALC Big Band, Silver Arrow Band, Dan Gabel and The Abletones, and the
Henry Godfrey Jazz Orchestra. He has also performed with the
Grammy-winning 8-bit Big Band and the iconic American singer Johnny
Mathis. In November 2022, he was featured as a Visiting Artist at St.
Olaf College, where he led two masterclasses and performed as a featured
soloist with the jazz bands.
Block received his Master’s degree in Jazz Performance with academic
honors from New England Conservatory in May 2020. During his time at
NEC, he was a member of the NEC Jazz Orchestra and a recipient of the
NEC Beneficent Society Scholarship. Block is a member of the Jazz
Education Network (JEN) and has performed alongside renowned artists
such as Dave Holland, Dave Douglas, Miguel Zenón, Ethan Iverson, Luciana
Souza, Antonio Sánchez, George Schuller, and Ran Blake.
As a classical trumpeter, Block attended the National Symphony Orchestra
Summer Music Institute and Eastern Music Festival. Block graduated magna
cum laude from St. Olaf College with his Bachelor of Music degree in
Trumpet Performance. He was a winner of the St. Olaf Senior Soloists
competition and performed the third movement of the Hummel Trumpet
Concerto with the St. Olaf Orchestra. During his time at St. Olaf, Block
toured Argentina, Uruguay, Cuba, Spain, France, and Italy, as well as
over a dozen states across the United States. When he’s not performing
or teaching, Block enjoys working as an Orchestra Library Assistant at
the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Host or Publisher Jamme K. Chantler