Super Session: Wil Blades, Donald Harrison & Mike Clark

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Super Session: Wil Blades, Donald Harrison & Mike ClarkPrepare for a remarkable night of jazz, funk, improvisation, and New Orleans groove as three acclaimed musicians come together for a rare Super Session at Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro. Wil Blades is a dynamic Hammond B-3 organist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist known for his soulful, groove-driven sound. He has performed and recorded with John Scofield, Dr. Lonnie Smith, John Lee Hooker, Charlie Hunter, and Stanton Moore, bringing a distinctive blend of jazz, funk, blues, and New Orleans groove to every performance. A true New Orleans original, Donald Harrison is an internationally celebrated saxophonist, composer, bandleader, and cultural ambassador. A former member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, Harrison has performed and recorded with Miles Davis, Roy Haynes, Ron Carter, Terence Blanchard, and Dr. John. His signature , "rdquo" -> Nouveau Swing" blends jazz with the rhythms and spirit of New Orleans, funk, R&B, hip-hop, and African music. Mike Clark is one of the most influential jazz-funk drummers of his generation, best known for his groundbreaking work with Herbie Hancock and the Headhunters. His playing on Hancock's landmark Thrust, particularly , "rdquo" -> Actual Proof," helped redefine jazz-funk drumming and influenced generations of musicians. Throughout his career, Clark has also performed and recorded with Chet Baker, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson, and John Scofield. His dynamic, groove-centered approach has made him a major force in jazz and funk. Together, Blades, Harrison, and Clark bring decades of musical experience and a shared love of improvisation to the Snug Harbor stage. This event is co-sponsored by NOLA x NOLA and features: Wil Blades - hammond B-3 organ Donald Harrison - saxophone Mike Clark - drums Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Doors at 7pm & 9pm Restaurant is Open 5pm - 10pm for dinner before or after your showtime: Advance Ticket Holders can now automatically make dinner table reservation