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Michael Blake Quartet: Halloween Tales
Michael Blake leads a quartet performing music from his Halloween-themed jazz release, with Gary Versace, Ben Allison and Michael Sarin.
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November 1, 2026 · 7 PM
Birdland Theater, 315 West 44th Street, New York ·
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Michael Blake leads a quartet playing his Halloween-themed jazz arrangements, joined by Gary Versace, Ben Allison and Michael Sarin.
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Organizer’s description
New York saxophonist Michael Blake stakes out fresh territory in holiday jazz with Halloween Tales, out September 25, 2026. While the genre has typically belonged to the winter holidays, Blakes new release claims the mystery, humor and cinematic atmosphere of Halloween and the harvest season instead, channeled through inventive arrangements and inspired improvisation. Joined by Gary Versace on piano, Ben Allison on bass and Michael Sarin on drums, Blake leads a classic quartet lineup as a deliberate choice meant to echo the instrumentation of the holiday jazz records that shaped his own listening. Please be aware of the following age-related restrictions for this event: Ages 10+.
Midtown West
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