Mingus Big Band live in New York

Experience Mingus Big Band live on August 17th

The Mingus Big Band is a jazz ensemble dedicated to performing and preserving the compositions of bassist and composer Charles Mingus. The group specializes in a style that blends elements of hard bop, gospel, and avant-garde jazz, reflecting the eclectic and structurally complex nature of Mingus's work. Since its inception, the ensemble has earned critical acclaim and multiple Grammy Awards for its contributions to the jazz genre and its commitment to the Mingus legacy.

The Pocket is a performance venue located in New York City. It is designed as an intimate space focused on providing a high-quality listening environment for jazz and improvised music. The venue serves as a hub for both established musicians and emerging artists within the city's diverse jazz scene, emphasizing acoustic clarity and a close proximity between the performers and the audience.