GB Productions and West Art are glad to present an evening of top-shelf original jazz, live from the beautiful City Hall at West Art. Paul Colombo and company never disappoint (full bio below). Get your tickets and join us! Buy tickets HERE!
What to expect at the show:
>> Doors will open at 6:30. The show will start at 7 .
>> Tickets are $21. Advance purchase HERE is recommended. They will be available at the door for $25 if not sold out.
>> As always, we’re proud to present an all-ages show with discounted tickets available for students.
>> This is a BYOB event!
>> Parking may be available in the small lot across the street. Beyond that, there’s parking available around Buchanan Park and F&M College in the blocks surrounding West Art.
>> Seating: This will be a seated show.
>> Our space is ADA accessible, and we will do our best to accommodate any specific needs.
Paul Colombo Group live consists of Paul Colombo - guitar, compositions, Kirk Reese - keyboards, Andy Alonso - bass, and Chris Lōser on drums. Their record “Rio Crystal” was #1 in Downloads and #1 in Streams in an international poll in April 2021. A five star review in Roots Music Report states “The high art of jazz guitar played and recorded in a quartet setting comes into focus on Rio Crystal… Rio Crystal runs the full spectrum of contemporary instrumental jazz that blends jazzy guitar/keyboard grooves performed with a deft approach to easy on the ears fusion, bluesy ballads, swing, jazzy waltz tempos with a touch of Latin vibes. Some tracks remind me of early ‘70s Return To Forever”… Making A Scene states, “Lovesick” is a lovely flowing ballad with hints of pop and soul with each note rendered with a balance of precision and feeling… While the group may well remain a regional treasure, they boast talent that’s worthy of broader recognition.” Dan McClenaghan on the acclaimed All About Jazz web site gave a four star review stating “It is unusual for a debut album to sound this assured, and to have such an unwavering cohesion of vision… Rio Crystal gives guitarist Paul Colombo claims on 2021's "Very Promising Debut" and "Artist To Keep An Ear On" categories.” "Rio Crystal" is on all streaming services - Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, etc.
The musicians in Paul Colombo Group have performed and recorded with jazz greats Phil Woods, Buster Williams, Bill Goodwin, and Jimmy Bruno. They have performed internationally in London, Paris and Montreal and locally at Mann Music Center, Trenton War Memorial, and Kimmel Center. Their show on May 4 will include selections from “Rio Crystal” and will be premiering their record in progress “Mabrouka”. The new record expands on the first with added orchestrations and original compositions with more varied melodies and rhythms. When you come to a Paul Colombo Group show, you will be entertained by melodic jazz in different styles and virtuosic playing. These musicians are the busiest and most in demand players in Central PA and beyond. Don’t miss your chance to experience this wonderful, exciting evening of original contemporary jazz!