Benny Green live in Old Lyme

Experience Benny Green live on August 28th

Benny Green is a highly regarded jazz pianist known for his virtuosic technique and deep roots in the hard bop tradition. His playing is characterized by swinging rhythms, sophisticated harmonic vocabulary, and a strong melodic sense, drawing influence from artists like Oscar Peterson, Bud Powell, and Art Tatum. Green began his professional career with Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers in the late 1970s and has since led numerous ensembles and released critically acclaimed albums as a leader. He frequently performs solo and with various configurations showcasing his improvisational skills and compositional talents.

The Side Door Jazz Club in Old Lyme, Connecticut, is a well-known intimate venue dedicated to presenting live jazz music. Established in 1984 by Summer and Richard Kamins, it has hosted many prominent jazz musicians over the decades, fostering a reputation for excellent acoustics and attentive audiences. The club’s setting is intentionally small – seating approximately 60 people – creating an up-close and personal experience for both performers and listeners. It operates as a listening room prioritizing musical performance over elaborate production or dining services. The Side Door maintains a consistent schedule of performances featuring both established names and emerging artists within the jazz genre.