Shawn Maxwell Quartet

About this event

Merrimans’ Playhouse, 401 E. Colfax Ave., Suite 135, South Bend, IN 46617. Composer and saxophonist Shawn Maxwell leads his quartet in a program featuring original compositions drawn from his four most recent releases, including his newest recording, Frenetic Domain (2026), alongside selections from his extensive catalog of original works spanning more than two decades. Frenetic Domain features new compositions that bring classical elements into Maxwell's contemporary jazz writing, while works from his J Town Suite draw inspiration from his hometown of Joliet, Illinois, including music honoring places, experiences, and people important to his musical development. Rooted in the traditions of jazz while drawing inspiration from rock, funk, hip hop, R&B, and classical music, Maxwell's compositions reflect a distinctive musical voice through inventive melodies, unexpected forms, and imaginative ensemble writing. The quartet balances carefully crafted compositions with expressive improvisation, creating performances that are both structurally imaginative and dynamically interactive

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