This Nigerian-born drum powerhouse is barely 20, but he’s already played with many legends including Roy Hargrove, Gerald Clayton, Van Morrison, and Keyon Harrold.
His exotic original compositions and complex global style reflect influences ranging from Billie Holiday, Coltrane, Chet Baker, and Charlie, to modern icons like JDilla, Jimi Hendrix, and Marvin Gaye. Michael’s skills were honed playing in church since age 3. He is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and the revered Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program.
On Friday and Sunday he features the fabulous Natalie John on vocals and horn, and on Saturday Oakland’s soul & jazz vocalist Lilan Kane joins the ensemble. Michael’s band features John Palowitch (sax), Michael Orenstein and Nick Lamb (piano and keys) and Giulio Xavier (bass).
FAQs
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table at the time indicated. Please keep in mind we will hold your reservation for 15 minutes beyond the ticketed time. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the maitre'd know.
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!
This Nigerian-born drum powerhouse is barely 20, but he’s already played with many legends including Roy Hargrove, Gerald Clayton, Van Morrison, and Keyon Harrold.
His exotic original compositions and complex global style reflect influences ranging from Billie Holiday, Coltrane, Chet Baker, and Charlie, to modern icons like JDilla, Jimi Hendrix, and Marvin Gaye. Michael’s skills were honed playing in church since age 3. He is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and the revered Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program.
On Friday and Sunday he features the fabulous Natalie John on vocals and horn, and on Saturday Oakland’s soul & jazz vocalist Lilan Kane joins the ensemble. Michael’s band features John Palowitch (sax), Michael Orenstein and Nick Lamb (piano and keys) and Giulio Xavier (bass).
FAQs
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table at the time indicated. Please keep in mind we will hold your reservation for 15 minutes beyond the ticketed time. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the maitre'd know.
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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Black Cat
400 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
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