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Legacy of Wayne Shorter
Terrace Theater
Pianist Danilo Pérez, bassist John Patitucci, and drummer Brian Blade—the three remaining members of Wayne Shorter’s legendary quartet—bring a lifetime of genre-blending and electrifying experimentation to the stage. Joined by special guest saxophonist Mark Turner, Legacy of Wayne honors the Shorter’s pivotal contributions to jazz through new interpretations of the late saxophonist’s iconic compositions.
Wed. Oct. 23, 2024
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Wed. Oct. 23, 2024 7p.m.
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Genre
Jazz
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(left) Photo by Anna Webber. (right) Photo by Jimmy Katz.
JM quote wayne
“Wayne Shorter’s legacy continues to shape our lives. He loved de-composing his compositions on the stage, breaking down melodies with his improvisations. He relayed this technique to his impeccable trio. Augmented by tenor titan Mark Turner, the band dives back into the ‘Waynisms’ that make his work so vital.”
Program
Pianist Danilo Pérez, bassist John Patitucci, and drummer Brian Blade—the three remaining members of Wayne Shorter’s legendary quartet—bring a lifetime of genre-blending and electrifying experimentation to the stage. Joined by special guest saxophonist Mark Turner, Legacy of Wayne honors the Shorter’s pivotal contributions to jazz through new interpretations of the late saxophonist’s iconic compositions.
Presented as part of Play Open
Throughout the Kennedy Center’s 2024–2025 Jazz Season, we’re showcasing partially improvisational concerts that embody the bold openness to express who we are—individually as soloists and collectively as essential members of a community. Join us for these freeform performances defined by unexpected chord progressions, spontaneous key changes, imaginative rhythms, and the exhilaration that only comes from working without constraint.
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