Bos Tenors Series: Lew Tabackin at Klavierhaus

Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of Boss Tenors Series jazz mastery as Tenor Saxophonist Lew Tabackin brings his quartet to Klavierhaus on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Lew Tabackin is celebrated for his vivid, expressive sound that has captivated audiences worldwide for over five decades. Known for his striking versatility on both tenor sax and flute, Tabackin has worked alongside jazz legends like Elvin Jones, Clark Terry, and Toshiko Akiyoshi, with whom he co-led the renowned Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabackin Big Band.

Tabackin’s lyrical, impressionistic flute playing, and his fiery, bold tenor saxophone performances have garnered him acclaim as one of jazz’s most distinctive voices. Join us as Tabackin performs with his stellar quartet, featuring pianist Bruce Barth, bassist Boris Kozlov and drummer Jason Tiemann, for a night of mesmerizing improvisation and classic jazz....

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Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of Boss Tenors Series jazz mastery as Tenor Saxophonist Lew Tabackin brings his quartet to Klavierhaus on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Lew Tabackin is celebrated for his vivid, expressive sound that has captivated audiences worldwide for over five decades. Known for his striking versatility on both tenor sax and flute, Tabackin has worked alongside jazz legends like Elvin Jones, Clark Terry, and Toshiko Akiyoshi, with whom he co-led the renowned Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabackin Big Band.

Tabackin’s lyrical, impressionistic flute playing, and his fiery, bold tenor saxophone performances have garnered him acclaim as one of jazz’s most distinctive voices. Join us as Tabackin performs with his stellar quartet, featuring pianist Bruce Barth, bassist Boris Kozlov and drummer Jason Tiemann, for a night of mesmerizing improvisation and classic jazz.

Lew has received numerous honors, including accolades for his work in jazz big bands and small group settings. With a rich catalog of recordings as both a leader and collaborator, his performances are known for their intensity, technical brilliance, and emotional depth.

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Live Show: Enjoy performances at 7:00 pm and 8:30 pm. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Students with ID can get tickets for $15 at the door.

HD Livestream: Can’t make it to the venue? Watch from home with HD Livestream tickets at $10 in advance, $15 on show day

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Special Offer:  Get priority access to 10 shows for $199 (save $50) or 20 shows for $399 (save $100). Includes preferred seating and easy entry.

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Cancellation: Refunds for cancellations only. Non-refundable otherwise. Reservations held for 15 minutes past showtime.

Directions to Klavierhaus: Klavierhaus is located at 790 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10019.

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