Charlotte ยป Calendar ยป A Night With World Renowned Jazz Pianist Alex Bugnon at Middle C J...
A Night With World Renowned Jazz Pianist Alex Bugnon at Middle C Jazz
Where
Middle C Jazz
300 S Brevard St
Charlotte, NC
Map
(704) 595-3311
When
Sat, May 18, 2024
6:15 pm
Save the date
About
Cocktails and small plates will be served starting at 5:15PM.Middle C Jazz has General Admission seating available on a first-come basis. We also offer preferred seating for our Baby Grand members.
For information regarding our Baby Grand Membership click here.
A night you wonโt want to missโฆ world renowned jazz pianist, Alex Bugnon, will be performing at Middle C Jazz. Come join us for a night filled with outstanding contemporary music!!ALEX BUGNONWEBSITEWATCHLISTENAlex Bugnon has been a prolific, energetic force on the contemporary music scene for almost three decades. A renowned musician, composer and bandleader, Bugnon hales from the picturesque town of Caux, Switzerland- 4 miles above Montreux, site of the world famous Jazz Festival. No doubt, the annual convergence in his hometown and in his own home, of some of musicโs most illustrious names played a role in his decision to pursue a musical career, as did his early friendship with Herbie Hancock. The fact that his uncle was the legendary Donald Byrd only served to further his decision.Bugnon left Montreux to continue his training at the Paris Conservatory before landing in Boston to study at the Berklee School of Music. It was here in the United States that his exposure to a diversity of musical styles, from R&B to gospel, Jazz and Funk, began to shape and influence his personal sound. Shortly after moving to New York City, Alex began touring with almost every R&B artist, such as Melba Moore, Freddie Jackson, Patti Austin, James Ingram and Glenn Jones to name a few. But it would be his encounter with saxophonist Najee that would ultimately turn the tide for him. Signed to Orpheus Records, Najee would make the introduction that would result in Alexโs first recording contract.Over almost 3 decades, Alex Bugnon has built a strong and loyal fan base across the country and around the world. His tour schedule has never eased, even besting the great Dizzy Gillespieโs record of appearances at Washington, D. Cโs Blues Alley. Last year marked Alexโs 20th consecutive yearโs appearance at the legendary venue! He makes it a point of never missing a day of piano practice or of writing.InstagramFacebook...