Craig Taborn at Penn Live Arts

Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the best jazz pianists alive,” Craig Taborn’s music “has an elusive aura, both in its spectral, moody textures and in its proud refusal to cater to expectations about what jazz, or even music, should be.” Taborn will make his Philadelphia headline debut in a solo concert that features the improvisational sounds and silences, swirling colors and poetic forms of his stunning 2021 album, Shadow Plays.

The post-show artist Q&A will be hosted by Shaun Brady, contributor to JazzTimes, The Philadelphia Inquirer, JAZZIZ Magazine, DownBeat and more....

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Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the best jazz pianists alive,” Craig Taborn’s music “has an elusive aura, both in its spectral, moody textures and in its proud refusal to cater to expectations about what jazz, or even music, should be.” Taborn will make his Philadelphia headline debut in a solo concert that features the improvisational sounds and silences, swirling colors and poetic forms of his stunning 2021 album, Shadow Plays.

The post-show artist Q&A will be hosted by Shaun Brady, contributor to JazzTimes, The Philadelphia Inquirer, JAZZIZ Magazine, DownBeat and more.

Livestream Access Information:
- Purchase access through Jun 2 at 8:30 PM.
- Watch live at 8 PM on Jun 2 to participate in the chat and artist Q&A. Available on-demand through Jun 4.

In-person Performance Information:
- Attending in-person offers a unique behind-the-scenes experience. There will be cameras placed on stage and within the audience. At times, some views may be obstructed.

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