Mingus Big Band live in New York

Experience Mingus Big Band live on August 24th

The Mingus Big Band is a jazz ensemble dedicated to the music and compositions of bassist Charles Mingus. The group specializes in a style that blends hard bop, swing, and avant-garde elements, often incorporating gospel and classical influences. Since its inception, the ensemble has earned critical acclaim for its preservation and evolution of Mingus's complex arrangements, receiving multiple Grammy Award nominations and wins for its recordings.

The Pocket is a performance venue located in New York City. It serves as an intimate space designed for live music, providing a setting that emphasizes acoustic clarity and close proximity between the performers and the audience. The venue focuses on hosting diverse musical acts, ranging from jazz and soul to experimental performances, contributing to the city's ecosystem of small-scale professional music spaces. This pairing brings a Grammy-recognized large ensemble into a focused environment known for supporting high-quality live sound in an intimate urban setting.