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Austin Jazz Society - Midweek @ Monks Presents The Ross Margitza Quintet at Monks Jazz Club
Where
Monks Jazz Club
501 East Pedernales 2e
Austin, TX
Map
(512) 827-8819
When
Wed, July 24, 2024
8:00 pm
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Musicians
Ross Margitza
piano
Mike Sailors
trumpet
Diego Rivera
saxophone, tenor
James Suter
bassDaniel Dufour
drumsAbout
Dr. Ross Margitza is a distinguished pianist, trumpeter, composer, arranger, and educator. Growing up in Detroit, Michigan, he began his musical journey under the guidance of his father and grandfather, both professional pianists. He started playing piano at age six and trumpet at age ten. Inspired by Oscar Peterson's recording of โWest Side Story,โ Ross pursued a career in jazz.
He holds a Bachelor of Music from Michigan State University, a Master of Music from Northern Illinois University, and a Doctorate of Musical Arts from the University of Texas at Austin.
