Presented by Stony Brook Southampton & The Jazz Loft
Curated by Dr. Thomas Manuel, SBU Jazz Department Endowed Artist in Residence Fellow
Join us for an unforgettable 2025 season of jazz in collaboration with The Jazz Loft!
The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series is a celebration of creativity, history, and artistry, with each performance offering
a unique experience.
Curated by renowned jazz artist Dr. Thomas Manuel, this series will explore various
facets of jazz music and its influence on democracy, culture, and community.
The series is part of an ongoing effort to revitalize Stony Brook Southampton as a
hub for the arts, community and education.
CONCERT DATES
Concert #1: Jazz As Democracy - Thursday, April 24 | 7:00 pm
Concert #2: The Art of New - Thursday, May 29 | 7:00 pm
Concert #3: Long Island Jazz Legends & Local Juke Joints - Thursday, June 19 | 7:00 pm (Juneteenth)
Concert #4: The Spirit & Soul of Latin Jazz - Thursday, July 24 | 7:00 pm
Tickets are available online or at the door. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience this exciting lineup of jazz performances!
Secure your tickets now and enjoy a season of outstanding music, history, and culture.
Date: Thursday, April 24 | 7:00 p.m. Location: The Avram
Celebrate the pioneers who intertwined jazz with the principles of democracy. From
improvisation to swing, jazz reflects our individual rights and collective responsibilities.
This concert will highlight artists such as Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane,
Mary Lou Williams, Billy Strayhorn, and others. Ensemble: The Jazz Loft All Stars featuring vocalist/composer/pianist Mala Waldron.
Tom Manuel, cornet Darrell Smith, drums Mala Waldron, piano Dean Johnson, bass John Marshall, tenor saxophone Joe Devassy, trombone
Date: Thursday, May 29 | 7:00 p.m. Location: The Avram
The Art of New, an enlightening evening of music that celebrates the spirit of jazz
through fresh, original compositions by some of the most exciting voices in the genre
today. This concert showcases selections from drummer-composer Dan Pugach's GRAMMY®
Award-winning album Bianca Reimagined: Music for Paws and Persistence, a stirring
musical exploration that intertwines personal narratives with the universal themes
of freedom and resilience. Ensemble: Dan Pugach Big Band featuring guest vocalist Allison Rumley:
Date: Thursday, June 19 | 7:00 p.m. (Juneteenth) Location: The Avram
Celebrate jazz musicians with deep roots on Long Island’s East End. This concert will
highlight legends such as Teddy Charles, Teo Macero, Hal McKusick, and more. Ensemble: Project 464 featuring jazz greats with a combined age of 464 years.
Houston Person – Iconic tenor saxophonist, age 90, with over 75 albums and a deep
connection to soul jazz, known for his collaborations with Etta Jones and his prolific
solo career.
Bill Crow – Renowned bassist and jazz author, age 97, who played with Gerry Mulligan,
Benny Goodman, and wrote Jazz Anecdotes and From Birdland to Broadway.
Steve Little – Duke Ellington’s drummer on ...And His Mother Called Him Bill and the original Sesame Street theme, with a wide-ranging career across genres.
Warren Vaché – Distinguished cornetist praised for his tone and versatility, with
performance and recording credits that span Benny Goodman to Rosemary Clooney.
Tardo Hammer – Acclaimed jazz pianist who has performed with Lou Donaldson, Abbey
Lincoln, and the Art Farmer–Clifford Jordan Quintet.
Thomas Manuel – Artistic Director of The Jazz Loft and a leading voice in preserving
Long Island’s jazz legacy, both as a performer and educator.
Date: Thursday, July 24 | 7:00 p.m. Location: The Avram
Presenting a concert focusing on the rhythms and cultures of Spain, Cuba, the Caribbean,
Mexico, Brazil and beyond.
This concert will emphasize the art of collaboration and explore how Latin rhythms
have shaped our American popular music through the decades. Ensemble: Carlos Jiménez Mambo Dulcet
Date: Thursday, August 28 | 7:00 p.m. Location: The Avram
The Jazz Loft Jazz Orchestra, an 18-piece ensemble under the direction of Thomas Manuel,
will celebrate the Jazz orchestra in all its grandeur. The voice of the Jazz orchestra
speaks of the characteristics which it embodies: patience, honesty, playfulness, emotion,
courage and will. Ensemble: The Jazz Loft Jazz Orchestra:
Thomas J. Manuel, Music Director Alto Saxophones: Chris Donohue, Eric Kay Tenor Saxophones: John Marshall, Skye Hamilton-Carranza Baritone Saxophones: Lo Wood Trumpet: Leon Petruzzi, Baron Lewis, Peter Auricchio, Vinny Cinquemani Trombone: Rod Borrie, Chris Rinaman, Eric Miller Bass Trombone: Petro Hykavvy Guitar: Steve Salerno Piano: Rich Iacona Bass: Iris Ornig Drums: Jon Mele Orchestra Manager: Chris Rinaman
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We invite you to become a sponsor and help support the vibrant arts scene at The Avram! Sponsorship offers an exclusive
opportunity to be part of our Spring and Summer 2025 events. Your support makes these
cultural experiences possible.