FROM NYC: MIKE DIRUBBO FEAT. CHRIS TAUCHNER, KODI HUTCHINSON AND TED WARREN

NYC jazz veteran and alto saxophonist Mike DiRubbo celebrates his new release for Cellar Music Group with his first ever show in Calgary !
About this Event

🎺 Jazz & Soul at The Attic returns for Season III!

Join us for another season of unforgettable live jazz and soul with:

FROM NYC: MIKE DIRUBBO QUARTET

FEAT. CHRIS TAUCHNER (KEYS)

KODI HUTCHINSON (BASS)

FROM TORONTO: TED WARREN (DRUMS)

For three decades, the New Haven-born, New York City-based alto saxophonist, bandleader and educator Mike DiRubbo has reigned supreme as a master of his instrument, as evidenced by his forthcoming recording Way Out Northwest, Recorded in Vancouver, British Columbia. A pun on the title of Sonny Rollins’ epic 1957 LP, Way Out West, Way Out Northwest showcases DiRubbo with a Vancouver rhythm section, swinging on the 8 tracks of no-nonsense, straight-ahead jazz, featuring original compositions by DiRubbo, which include his tributes to pianist Harold Mabern and trumpeter Jim Rotondi.

Honoring Jazz ancestors while moving the music forward has been DiRubbo’s stock-in-trade, ever since he studied at Jackie McLean’s Institute of Jazz of the Hartt School, University of Hartford, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Music in 1992, and earned a Master of Music in 2018 from SUNY College at Purchase.

DiRubbo moved to New York City in 1997 and quickly established himself as a leader and a valued sideman with Al Foster, Jim Rotondi, Steve Davis, Cecil Payne, Tony Reedus, Joe Farnsworth, David Hazeltine, Steve Nelson, Peter Washington, Carl Allen, Mike LeDonne, Dwayne Burno, Larry Willis, Harold Mabern, Jimmy Cobb and many others.

DiRubbo has been featured in magazines such as Jazziz, Hot House, JazzTimes, Down Beat and JazzWise. He’s also a perennial presence in The Down Beat International Critics Poll in the Rising Star: Alto Saxophone category.

JAZZ & SOUL @ THE ATTIC

Whether you're a lifelong jazz enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Jazz & Soul at The Attic offers an intimate listening-room experience with exceptional musicianship, craft cocktails, and the warm atmosphere of Calgary's Music Mile.

Season 3 of Jazz & Soul at The Attic is proudly presented with the support of our incredible community partners. A huge thank you to Cabin Brewing for keeping the music flowing with $6 Cabin Brewing tall cans all night, every Thursday, What's Good Calgary for championing Calgary's vibrant arts and culture scene, JazzYYC for helping grow and celebrate live jazz in our city, and Little Rock Printing for bringing our promotional materials to life. Their support helps make unforgettable evenings of live music possible, and we're grateful to have them as part of the Jazz & Soul family.
📍 The Attic Bar & Stage – Inglewood, Calgary
🕡 Doors: 6:30 PM
🎵 Show: 7:30 PM

Attic FYI

• Purchase tickets under the same name and transaction to guarantee seating together.
• Seating is first come, first served within ticket groups.
• Unfortunately, The Attic is not wheelchair accessible due to the age of the building. Access is by stairs only.
• Full food and beverage service available throughout the evening.
• This is a listening-room style performance. Please be respectful of the artists and fellow guests during the show.

✨ Welcome back to another season of Jazz & Soul at The Attic. Grab a drink, settle in, and let the music take over. 🎺🎹🥃