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Fri, Sep 19
|Sam First
Sarah Hanahan Quartet with Miles Lennox, Jermaine Paul & Kyle Poole
Alto saxophonist Sarah Hanahan leads a powerhouse NYC-based group steeped in the tradition of hard bop while pushing the boundaries of modern jazz. Expect bold improvisation, tight interplay, and a sound that’s both timeless and urgent—this is a band not to be missed.
Sep 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sam First, 6171 W Century Blvd #180, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
Sarah Hanahan (alto saxophone), Miles Lennox (piano), Jermaine Paul (bass), Kyle Poole (drums)
Alto saxophonist Sarah Hanahan, recently named #1 Rising Star Alto Saxophonist by DownBeat Magazine, leads a powerhouse NYC-based group steeped in the tradition of hard bop while pushing the boundaries of modern jazz. Her playing draws deep inspiration from legends like Jackie McLean, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, Pharoah Sanders, and Gary Bartz—melding fiery intensity with soulful lyricism. With a dynamic repertoire of originals and standards, the Sarah Hanahan Quartet delivers high-energy, emotionally charged sets that honor the roots of jazz while forging new paths. The group showcases material from Hanahan’s critically acclaimed debut album, Among Giants (Blue Engine Records), which earned 5 stars from DownBeat and was named one of their Albums of the Year (2024). Expect bold improvisation, tight interplay, and a sound that’s both timeless and urgent—this is a band not to be missed.
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