John Raymond at Hoover High Auditorium

Synergy Jazz Foundation kicks off their Jazz For Iowa Concert Series with New York City based trumpeter and composer John Raymond. Raymond is quickly making a name for himself as an up-and-coming artist in the New York jazz scene. Raymond has already performed as a leader at some the nation's top venues including Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, the Dakota Jazz Club, the Jazz Showcase, Smalls Jazz Club and the Blue Note Jazz Club. His debut album “Strength & Song,” released in February 2012 and produced by legendary trumpeter Jon Faddis, has already attracted national and international attention. The album features Raymond's carefully-crafted original compositions that draw on jazz, rock and hip-hop influences, creating emotionally engaging music with affecting, memorable melodies. Raymond will be joined by pianist Tanner Taylor, bassist Steve Charlson, and drummer John Kizilarmut....

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Synergy Jazz Foundation kicks off their Jazz For Iowa Concert Series with New York City based trumpeter and composer John Raymond. Raymond is quickly making a name for himself as an up-and-coming artist in the New York jazz scene. Raymond has already performed as a leader at some the nation's top venues including Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, the Dakota Jazz Club, the Jazz Showcase, Smalls Jazz Club and the Blue Note Jazz Club. His debut album “Strength & Song,” released in February 2012 and produced by legendary trumpeter Jon Faddis, has already attracted national and international attention. The album features Raymond's carefully-crafted original compositions that draw on jazz, rock and hip-hop influences, creating emotionally engaging music with affecting, memorable melodies. Raymond will be joined by pianist Tanner Taylor, bassist Steve Charlson, and drummer John Kizilarmut.
$20 adults-$10 students
For more information visit www.johnraymondmusic.net www.synergyjazz.org

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