Award-winning, chart topping Innervision Records National Record Artist and funk jazz saxophonist stops in Akron as part of his "The Everything Pink Tour 2018" for a special masterclass (6PM, FREE) and live concert appearance! Presented in partnership with the BLU Jazz+ Masterclass Foundation.
Minneapolis-based saxophonist Danny Kusz was named the hippest jazz cat by Minneapolis/St.Paul Magazine back in 2007 for a reason. His energetic and passionate performances, innovative blend of genres, explosive and soulful tone, one-of-a-kind pink inspired brand/style and zest for life truly earns him this title. Danny has carefully crafted a masterful combination of Prince, The Minneapolis sound and David Sanborn into a truly unique sound which is instantly recognizable and has captured the attention of fans and industry professionals across the globe. He has shared the stage with some of music’s biggest names such as Robert Randolph, Stokley Williams, Jellybean Johnson, Bobby Lyle, Anthony David, Joey DeFrancesco, Lindsey Webster and has opened for Harvey Mason, Stanley Jordan and Morris Day & The Time.
Danny is a rising star and has quickly captured the attention of fans, promoters and media in the entire contemporary jazz market. DeepPocketsJazz.com said, “Shall we just call 2017 the year of Danny Kusz? Quite possibly. This cat has been bubbling just under the mainstream and seems to be ready to explode.” And Smoothjazz.com says “Danny is rejuvenating smooth jazz.” Danny is doing just that. Many artists and industry professionals have also called him the next generation David Sanborn. With Danny’s talent, confidence and business acumen, he is surely to be the next star in jazz.
Join us at BLU Jazz+ as this world class musician takes center stage for a special masterclass (6PM, FREE) and live concert appearance – get your tickets now!