Jon Bean Quintet (Monkfish Concert Series)

Jon Bean's Quintet featuring master saxophonist Frank Kozyra, who is a well known performer and technician in New England as well as New York. The group will be playing a mix of standards, originals and contrafacts.

Personnel:
Adam Janjigian - Piano
Ehud Ettun - Bass
Charlie Weller - Drums
Jon Bean and Frank Kozyra - Saxophone

NOTE:

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 remarkable 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. To keep this vibrant jazz scene alive, we require a minimum spend of $25 per person, since all ticket proceeds go directly to the musicians. If a guest spends less than $25, the difference will be added to the check—this small gesture helps us keep the restaurant running and the music flowing. We’re grateful for your support—it’s what keeps the spirit of live jazz alive here at The Mad Monkfish.

Our full bar and food menus are available to complement the musical experience, so indulge in our renowned cuisine while supporting live jazz at The Mad Monkfish. Together, we can keep the music playing!

BIO:

Jon Bean is a saxophonist from New England who has been an active performer in the Northeast for over twenty years. After finishing his study at the University of Massachusetts, he moved to Boston to study at the New England Conservatory of music and has been active on the scene in New England ever since.

Jon has shared the stage with longtime friend and saxophonist Mark Zaleski in various projects such as The Mark Zaleski Band, Planet Radio, and The Brighton Beat. He also has shared the stage with such luminaries as Hal Crook, David Liebman, Chris Cheek, Esperanza Spaulding, Antonio Sanchez, Lionel Loueke, Fred Wesley, Lake Street Dive, and others.

Jon is also a member of the Omar Thomas Large Ensemble, has performed with the Grammy Award winning 8-Bit Big Band, and regularly performs with the BTALC Big Band. He has played at venues such as Smalls, The Blue Note, Sculler’s Jazz Club, the Regattabar, The Side Door, The Berklee Performance Center, as well as many others across the country.

Jon’s current band has a nice blend of post bop sensibilities and a contemporary sound that includes various musical genres, and he plans to record an album with this band in the next calendar year. Jon was formerly on faculty at Boston College High School as well as the Berklee College of Music, and is currently the director of music at Notre Dame High School in West Haven, Connecticut.

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