Saxophonist Pete Whitman brings his quintet to East St. Paul with a repertoire of jazz classic, inventive arrangements, and dynamic originals. Whitman will be joined by some of the areas finest players including Solomon Parham on trumpet, Kavy Kaviraj on piano, Graydon Peterson on bass, and Abinnet Berhanu on drums.
Jazz Access offers an outdoor jazz club experience complete with seating, tables, professional sound system, and stellar groups. Each month a different lineup of elite jazz talent will perform an early evening show. These summer shows are a highlight for nearby residents and those just beginning to explore Payne Avenue.
Jazz Access concerts are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.