Lead by a front line of five premier saxophonists and backed by a hard-swinging rhythm section, this eight-piece group of NE Ohio all-star musicians presents the music of Charlie Parker, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Oliver Nelson, Jerry Bergonzi & more!
The Black Dog Octet is a collective of musicians featuring 5 saxophones and piano trio. This performance group specializes in a wide variety of musical styles and influences. The musicians come from various parts of NE Ohio and include Brad Wagner (soprano saxophone), Dave Sterner (alto saxophone), Tony Spicer and Tim McDonald (tenor saxophones) and Dave Kasper (baritone saxophone). The powerhouse rhythm section of Joe Leaman (keyboards), Bryan Thomas (bass) and Ed Davis (drums) propel the Octet through a wide range of repertoire, with the intention to present the music to the audience in an engaging and fun performance.
The Black Dog Octet presents “Bird and Beyond” in their BLU Jazz+ debut! Come enjoy this newly-assembled group as they present the music of Charlie Parker, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Oliver Nelson, Jerry Bergonzi and the American Songbook through the impeccable arranging of Jim McNeely, Med Flory, Ramon Ricker, BDO’s own Brad Wagner, and more!
Get your tickets today for this very special tribute to Charlie Parker and many of the other saxophone heavyweights in jazz!