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Gerald Clayton’s “Tuesday Night Happenings” Jam Session: Hosted by Ben Williams
Gerald Clayton’s “Tuesday Night Happenings” Jam Session: Hosted by Ben Williams

Tue, Jan 03

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Gerald Clayton’s “Tuesday Night Happenings” Jam Session: Hosted by Ben Williams

Ben Williams (bass), Julius Rodriguez (piano), Jonathan Pinson (drums) - House band performs one set at 7:30pm followed by a jam session from 9:00-11:00pm. - Jam session participants use code SAM1JAM at checkout for a discounted second set.

Jan 03, 2023, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Sam First, 6171 W Century Blvd #180, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

"Gerald Clayton & Friends" is a weekly series on Tuesday nights, curated by iconic pianist and friend of Sam First, Gerald Clayton. Gerald Clayton will be out of town for this performance, but bassist Ben Williams will be leading the group in his place. The house band performs one set at 7:30pm which is immediately followed by a jam session from 9:00-11:00pm.

When it comes to black music, Washington, D.C. produces its share of game-changers. That long list includes Duke Ellington, Chuck Brown, Marvin Gaye, Shirley Horn, Roberta Flack, Bad Brains, Meshell Ndegeocello, Wale, and Oddisee. You can add Ben Williams to that venerated roster.

For more than a decade, Williams has steadily become one of the most acclaimed and versatile bassists in modern jazz. In 2009, he won the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. He has performed/recorded with such giants as Pat Metheny, George Benson, Stefon Harris, David Sanborn,…

Tickets

  • 1st set ticket (7:30pm)

    One ticket is good for one set of music only. Student discount code : SAM1STUDENT

    $25.00

    Sale ended
  • Jam session ticket (9:00pm)

    One ticket is good for one set of music only. Performing musicians use coupon code SAM1JAM at checkout for a $5 discount.

    $15.00

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