Joe Levano

Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and composer Joe Lovano, “one of the greatest musicians in jazz history,” (The New York Times) performs with Us Five. This dynamic ensemble of young musicians includes pianist James Weidman, drummers Francisco Mela and Otis Brown III, and virtuoso bassist and vocalist Esperanza Spalding, winner of the 2011 Best New Artist Grammy Award. “A master of his Promethean craft, the tenor saxophonist strikes a balance between passion and intellect.” (Atlanta Journal) Joe Lovano “creates music that is brainy and brawny, earthy and urbane.” (JazzTimes)