Nicole McCabe ‘Color Theory’ Album Release Show with Julien Knowles, Luca Mendoza, Logan Kane & Myles Martin

Nicole McCabe (alto saxophone), Julien Knowles (trumpet), Luca Mendoza (piano), Logan Kane (bass), Myles Martin (drums)

Saxophonist and composer Nicole McCabe has quickly emerged as one of the defining new voices in contemporary jazz. Rooted in the hard-bop tradition yet unafraid to explore electronic textures, expansive improvisation, and modern rhythmic language, her music reflects a bold, searching artistry shaped by both deep study and fearless experimentation. Originally from Marin County and now based in Los Angeles, McCabe has crafted a sound that is unmistakably her own: full of narrative clarity, melodic intuition, and a wide-open sense of curiosity. Her work as both a soloist and a bandleader highlight a commitment to ensemble interplay and compositional storytelling, and her collaborations with some of today’s most forward-thinking musicians continue to broaden her creative range. With this new release, McCabe adds another vivid chapter to her rapidly expanding body of work, offering music…