Raj Basak & Company (Monkfish Concert Series)

Schedule

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Mad Monkfish | Cambridge, MA

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Raj Basak fuses jazz, soul & Indian classical flair—scientist by day, composer by night. Join him for timeless classics with a twist!
About this Event

Raj Basak fuses jazz, soul & Indian classical flair—scientist by day, composer by night. Join him for timeless classics with a twist!

Personnel: Raj Basak, Alto SaxophoneAaron Gratzmiller, Tenor SaxophoneGreg Toro, BassTBD, PianoTBD, Drums

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:

Raj Basak is proof that living two different lives need not be a contradiction when both share a devotion to exploration and beauty. A formally trained scientist and life-sciences professional by day, and musician-composer by night, Raj’s previous work as an artist includes world tours with classical and jazz vocal ensembles, a leading role at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and an independent R&B fusion albums.
His sound draws inspiration from the panache of jazz greats like Cannonball Adderley and Kenny Garrett, the groove of neo-soul innovators like D’Angelo and Lauryn Hill, and the timelessornamentation of Indian Classical icons like Kadri Gopalnath and Vilayat Khan.

Whether bending notes or the rules of genre, Raj’s philosophy is that good music, like good science, thrives on experimentation.


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The Mad Monkfish, 524 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, United States

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