Sat August 3, 2019
LIVE JAZZ - From Robert Glasper Experiment, 2x Grammy winner/5x nominee CASEY BENJAMIN
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Two time GRAMMY® award-winning Casey Benjamin is the first original member of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Through his melodic ingenuity on the vocoder, textual mastery on the keytar and spiky virtuosity on the alto, soprano and tenor saxophone, Benjamin gives the Experiment its most defining sounds that has enabled it to gain international acclaim in the jazz, R&B and hip-hop scenes on such trailblazing albums as Black Radio (Blue Note Records, 2012) and Black Radio 2 (Blue Note Records, 2013).
In addition to the Experiment, Benjamin toured with singer Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy) and has worked with a string of other stellar musicians that from jazz to hip hop including singer Betty Carter, bassist Derrick Hodge, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, trumpeter Roy Hargrove, drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Mos Def, Q-Tip, A Tribe Called Quest, Kanye West, Diddy, Wyclef Jean, Anderson Paak, Solange, Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. With singer and songwriter Nicky Guiland, Benjamin co-leads the funk-forward combo, HEAVY, which has released three discs –HEAVY (Kindred Spirits, 2000), Jazz Money$$ (BBE, 2007) and First Sessions (Kindred Spirits, 2008).
Benjamin started playing the saxophone when he was 8-years-old. After graduating from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art, Benjamin attended The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City, where he met Robert Glasper in 1997. Benjamin and Glasper collaborated formally in 2004 with the first edition of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Although Benjamin remains a central member of the Robert Glasper Experiment, he’s working on his forthcoming solo project coming out in Summer 2018.
Joining Casey for his exclusive Black Cat residency will be his all-star band: Basil Wajdowicz (keys), Carlos Henderson (bass), Charles Haynes (drums) and Randall Runyon (guitar).
TICKETS
STANDING ROOM
This ticket is for Standing Room Only– You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
PARTIAL VIEW/BAR SEATING
This ticket is for standard table or bar seats, with a partial stage view – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
VIP SEATING
This ticket is for VIP seats – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
DOOR/SEATING POLICY
You are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
FAQs
When do I arrive?
Guests are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table. Please contact Black Cat to arrange your arrival time. Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. Please keep in mind that late arrivals will not be admitted. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the Maitre'd know.
Can I come in and listen to the music without purchasing a ticket?
Sure! If you would like to come in and listen to the band without seeing the show, you may join us in the Lobby Bar to enjoy specially curated cocktails and our full menu without purchasing a ticket. It's a perfect way to experience Black Cat. General admission tickets may always be purchased at the door if you decide you'd like to go downstairs and check out the show.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
All ages welcome!
What's the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Mobile or printed works for us!
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes!
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In addition to the Experiment, Benjamin toured with singer Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy) and has worked with a string of other stellar musicians that from jazz to hip hop including singer Betty Carter, bassist Derrick Hodge, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, trumpeter Roy Hargrove, drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Mos Def, Q-Tip, A Tribe Called Quest, Kanye West, Diddy, Wyclef Jean, Anderson Paak, Solange, Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. With singer and songwriter Nicky Guiland, Benjamin co-leads the funk-forward combo, HEAVY, which has released three discs –HEAVY (Kindred Spirits, 2000), Jazz Money$$ (BBE, 2007) and First Sessions (Kindred Spirits, 2008).
Benjamin started playing the saxophone when he was 8-years-old. After graduating from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art, Benjamin attended The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City, where he met Robert Glasper in 1997. Benjamin and Glasper collaborated formally in 2004 with the first edition of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Although Benjamin remains a central member of the Robert Glasper Experiment, he’s working on his forthcoming solo project coming out in Summer 2018.
Joining Casey for his exclusive Black Cat residency will be his all-star band: Basil Wajdowicz (keys), Carlos Henderson (bass), Charles Haynes (drums) and Randall Runyon (guitar).
TICKETS
STANDING ROOM
This ticket is for Standing Room Only– You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
PARTIAL VIEW/BAR SEATING
This ticket is for standard table or bar seats, with a partial stage view – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
VIP SEATING
This ticket is for VIP seats – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
DOOR/SEATING POLICY
You are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
FAQs
When do I arrive?
Guests are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table. Please contact Black Cat to arrange your arrival time. Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. Please keep in mind that late arrivals will not be admitted. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the Maitre'd know.
Can I come in and listen to the music without purchasing a ticket?
Sure! If you would like to come in and listen to the band without seeing the show, you may join us in the Lobby Bar to enjoy specially curated cocktails and our full menu without purchasing a ticket. It's a perfect way to experience Black Cat. General admission tickets may always be purchased at the door if you decide you'd like to go downstairs and check out the show.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
All ages welcome!
What's the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Mobile or printed works for us!
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes!
Two time GRAMMY® award-winning Casey Benjamin is the first original member of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Through his melodic ingenuity on the vocoder, textual mastery on the keytar and spiky virtuosity on the alto, soprano and tenor saxophone, Benjamin gives the Experiment its most defining sounds that has enabled it to gain international acclaim in the jazz, R&B and hip-hop scenes on such trailblazing albums as Black Radio (Blue Note Records, 2012) and Black Radio 2 (Blue Note Records, 2013).
In addition to the Experiment, Benjamin toured with singer Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy) and has worked with a string of other stellar musicians that from jazz to hip hop including singer Betty Carter, bassist Derrick Hodge, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, trumpeter Roy Hargrove, drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Mos Def, Q-Tip, A Tribe Called Quest, Kanye West, Diddy, Wyclef Jean, Anderson Paak, Solange, Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. With singer and songwriter Nicky Guiland, Benjamin co-leads the funk-forward combo, HEAVY, which has released three discs –HEAVY (Kindred Spirits, 2000), Jazz Money$$ (BBE, 2007) and First Sessions (Kindred Spirits, 2008).
Benjamin started playing the saxophone when he was 8-years-old. After graduating from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art, Benjamin attended The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City, where he met Robert Glasper in 1997. Benjamin and Glasper collaborated formally in 2004 with the first edition of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Although Benjamin remains a central member of the Robert Glasper Experiment, he’s working on his forthcoming solo project coming out in Summer 2018.
Joining Casey for his exclusive Black Cat residency will be his all-star band: Basil Wajdowicz (keys), Carlos Henderson (bass), Charles Haynes (drums) and Randall Runyon (guitar).
TICKETS
STANDING ROOM
This ticket is for Standing Room Only– You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
PARTIAL VIEW/BAR SEATING
This ticket is for standard table or bar seats, with a partial stage view – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
VIP SEATING
This ticket is for VIP seats – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
DOOR/SEATING POLICY
You are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
FAQs
When do I arrive?
Guests are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table. Please contact Black Cat to arrange your arrival time. Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. Please keep in mind that late arrivals will not be admitted. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the Maitre'd know.
Can I come in and listen to the music without purchasing a ticket?
Sure! If you would like to come in and listen to the band without seeing the show, you may join us in the Lobby Bar to enjoy specially curated cocktails and our full menu without purchasing a ticket. It's a perfect way to experience Black Cat. General admission tickets may always be purchased at the door if you decide you'd like to go downstairs and check out the show.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
All ages welcome!
What's the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Mobile or printed works for us!
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes!
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In addition to the Experiment, Benjamin toured with singer Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy) and has worked with a string of other stellar musicians that from jazz to hip hop including singer Betty Carter, bassist Derrick Hodge, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, trumpeter Roy Hargrove, drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Mos Def, Q-Tip, A Tribe Called Quest, Kanye West, Diddy, Wyclef Jean, Anderson Paak, Solange, Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. With singer and songwriter Nicky Guiland, Benjamin co-leads the funk-forward combo, HEAVY, which has released three discs –HEAVY (Kindred Spirits, 2000), Jazz Money$$ (BBE, 2007) and First Sessions (Kindred Spirits, 2008).
Benjamin started playing the saxophone when he was 8-years-old. After graduating from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art, Benjamin attended The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City, where he met Robert Glasper in 1997. Benjamin and Glasper collaborated formally in 2004 with the first edition of the Robert Glasper Experiment. Although Benjamin remains a central member of the Robert Glasper Experiment, he’s working on his forthcoming solo project coming out in Summer 2018.
Joining Casey for his exclusive Black Cat residency will be his all-star band: Basil Wajdowicz (keys), Carlos Henderson (bass), Charles Haynes (drums) and Randall Runyon (guitar).
TICKETS
STANDING ROOM
This ticket is for Standing Room Only– You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
PARTIAL VIEW/BAR SEATING
This ticket is for standard table or bar seats, with a partial stage view – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
VIP SEATING
This ticket is for VIP seats – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
DOOR/SEATING POLICY
You are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
FAQs
When do I arrive?
Guests are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table. Please contact Black Cat to arrange your arrival time. Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. Please keep in mind that late arrivals will not be admitted. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the Maitre'd know.
Can I come in and listen to the music without purchasing a ticket?
Sure! If you would like to come in and listen to the band without seeing the show, you may join us in the Lobby Bar to enjoy specially curated cocktails and our full menu without purchasing a ticket. It's a perfect way to experience Black Cat. General admission tickets may always be purchased at the door if you decide you'd like to go downstairs and check out the show.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
All ages welcome!
What's the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Mobile or printed works for us!
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes!
show less
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