Ed Jackson Quartet at Jackson Room

Every last Saturday of the month, prepare to dive the fascinating world of jazz, in a journey led by Ed Jackson that will allow you to experience the pleasant sensations of life which is hosted by Jackson Room in Queens, New York.

Ed Jackson is an accomplished saxophonist & active jazz player on the NY & International scene. Ed Jackson's dynamic sound encompasses both the traditional and future of jazz. His versatility enables him to move within the various styles of jazz while at the same time maintaining a unique sound and direction.

The Jackson Room which is located in the heart of historical Queens, happens to be in the neighborhood where Ed grew up. This particular area of Queens in the town of St. Albans, was home to an uncanny number of musicians including Count Basie, Fats Waller, Illinois Jacquet, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, Lenny White to name a few, in fact John Coltrane lived on Mexico street which is just a few blocks away form the venue....

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Every last Saturday of the month, prepare to dive the fascinating world of jazz, in a journey led by Ed Jackson that will allow you to experience the pleasant sensations of life which is hosted by Jackson Room in Queens, New York.

Ed Jackson is an accomplished saxophonist & active jazz player on the NY & International scene. Ed Jackson's dynamic sound encompasses both the traditional and future of jazz. His versatility enables him to move within the various styles of jazz while at the same time maintaining a unique sound and direction.

The Jackson Room which is located in the heart of historical Queens, happens to be in the neighborhood where Ed grew up. This particular area of Queens in the town of St. Albans, was home to an uncanny number of musicians including Count Basie, Fats Waller, Illinois Jacquet, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, Lenny White to name a few, in fact John Coltrane lived on Mexico street which is just a few blocks away form the venue.

The Jackson Room has provided Ed with a chance to fulfill a more personal mission of enhancing Queens cultural landscape by bringing jazz back to the community.

Jazz music is general hits every chord in our lives, and Ed Jackson knows how to play it. So why not join us and allow your mind to wander relax and unwind.

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