Mike LeDonne's Groover Quartet - RIJF Innovation Jazz Series

About this event

The new RIJF Innovation Jazz Series presented by M&T Bank brings the energy, artistry, and excitement of the annual June Rochester International Jazz Festival to jazz fans year-round.

Shows begin at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Sets are 90 minutes

Seating is reserved

Drinks and snacks are available for purchase in the lobby before each performance.

November 5th - Mike LeDonne’s Groover Quartet

This is the ultimate expression of modern soul-jazz—a powerhouse, heavy-hitting ensemble that bridges the golden era of the Hammond B-3 organ with contemporary hard-bop brilliance. Originally formed in 2000 following a legendary, long-running Tuesday night residency at New York City’s prestigious Smoke Jazz Club, the quartet has evolved into what critics call a jazz “dream team.” Led by master keyboardist and DownBeat “Rising Star” winner Mike LeDonne, the band features an elite, unchanging roster of New York A-listers who possess a near-telepathic musical chemistry: tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, guitarist Peter Bernstein, and drummer Joe Farnsworth. Together, they deliver their own sophisticated version of what is affectionately known in the trade as "grits and gravy" jazz — deep-groove music that is fiercely swinging, blues-drenched, and inherently good for the soul.

Buy Series Passes & Save 40%

Experience all seven shows with a Series Pass on sale now for $182.43, including all fees — just $24 per concert, a savings of 40% compared with purchasing individual show tickets.

As a Series Pass holder, you can choose your seat and keep it for the entire series.

Can’t make it to a show? Gift or transfer your ticket to someone else.

Buy Individual Show Tickets

Individual show tickets for all shows are available for purchase online for $47.63, including all fees. Buy tickets at: https://rochesterjazz.thundertix.com/events/271891

After each Show, Head to Vanni’s for RIJF Innovation Series Jam Sessions!

The night doesn’t end when the concert does! After every RIJF Innovation Jazz Series performance, head to Vanni’s Jazz Lounge at the Inn on Broadway, the official hotel of the Innovation Jazz Series, for a late-night Jam Session starting at 9 p.m. Great music, great atmosphere, and no cover — the perfect way to keep your night of jazz going.