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SUMMARY:New Old Timers | DIJ @ SPACE Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Special note: This show will be recorded for an upcoming live record! \nThe quartet of Jeremy Udden\, Petr Cancura\, Aryeh Kobrinsky\, and Vinnie Sperrazza reimagine American roots music through modern jazz improvisation. \nThis May\, New Old Timers embark on a northeast tour\, starting at Barbes in Brooklyn and culminating with a special live recording at SPACE Gallery in Portland\, Maine. \nMore Info and Tickets
URL:https://pcm.org/event/new-old-timers-dij-space-gallery/
LOCATION:SPACE Gallery\, 538 Congress Street\, Portland\, ME 04101\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, US
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz
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SUMMARY:DIJ @ Mechanics' Hall | Vardan Ovsepian Spiderweb Project
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\nMechanics’ Hall\, the Armenian Cultural Association of Maine & the Portland Conservatory of Music present the pianist/composer with his band\n\n\n\nOur ballroom transforms into a jazz sanctuary with Vardan Ovsepian and his unforgettable Spiderweb Project: \n“Vardan Ovsepian’s Spiderweb Project emphasizes the choices and actions we make\, sending vibrations through the wider web\, affecting others\, and shaping our own reality. What you weave today becomes the foundation for your life tomorrow.” \nOvsepian blends classical refinement with fearless jazz improvisation\, weaving melodies that ripple outward like a living web. The artist is joined by Vinicius Gomes (guitar)\, Joshua Davis (bass)\, and Austin McMahon (drums). \nPeter Erskine writes\, “Vardan brings his own sound and ingredients… I have never heard any musician quite like him in terms of harmonic awareness and melodic power. I suspect that he will prove to be quite a sensation…” \nThursday\, April 2 at 7:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM). $15 for Mechanics’ Hall Members\, $20 for general admission. There is a $5 surcharge on the day of the show. No one turned away for lack of funds. \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nVardan Ovsepian is an Armenian-born pianist/composer whose studies include Yerevan State Conservatory\, Estonian Music Academy\, Helsinki Jazz Conservatory\, and Berklee College of Music. \nFrom the early years\, Vardan was fascinated by the blend of western classical music with jazz\, and has been in perpetual search for unique ways of incorporating the hybrid formation in his composing and improvising. Consequently\, his semi-large chamber ensemble (VOCE) was formed in 2005\, focusing on the cinematic approach in the musical narrative. \nThroughout the years\, Vardan developed a remarkable angular geometric world\, connected to his background in chess\, and his attraction to minimalism and contemporary architecture\, resulting in the publication of 2 books: Mirror Exercises (2011) and Permutation Studies (2020). \nAnother spotlight is the “Fractal Limit” duet with Tatiana Parra\, which received immense international recognition. The project showcases Vardan’s remarkable technical proficiency and capacity to articulate contrapuntal textures. \nIn addition to VOCE and Fractal Limit\, Vardan has collaborated with artists like Mick Goodrick\, Peter Erskine\, Jerry Bergonzi\, Tim Miller\, Ben Monder\, David Binney\, and has released 20+ albums as a leader and co-leader. \nPARKING & TRANSPORTATION \nMechanics’ Hall is located at 519 Congress Street. Our main entrance is between Loquat Shop and the Art Mart. The Greater Portland Metro’s Congress & Casco Street Stop is directly in front of our building\, served by routes 1\, 7\, 8\, and 9B. \nParking is available at the Arts District Garage\, located on Casco and Brown Street\, with a rate of $5 per hour. Metered street parking is available on Congress\, Casco\, Cumberland\, Free Street\, and other nearby streets. Free hourly street parking is available between Parris and Alder Street. \nACCESSIBILITY \nTo enter Mechanics’ Hall\, patrons will need to navigate a single step or use a modular ramp. There is a wheelchair-accessible elevator. \nIf you have a wheelchair or need accessibility accommodations/questions\, please contact us at programming@mainemechanics.org or 207-773-8396. \n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://pcm.org/event/dij-mechanics-hall-vardan-ovsepian-spiderweb-project/
LOCATION:Mechanics’ Hall\, 519 Congress St\, Portlan\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz
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SUMMARY:FREE Jazz Workshop: Otherlands Trio
DESCRIPTION:Join Otherlands Trio for a workshop before their show\, taking you behind the scenes into how they make music together! Learn about their approach to collective improvisation\, aka spontaneous composition\, and ensemble connection and development. Trio members will talk about their individual and collective processes and philosophies\, and will play some to demonstrate. Open to the public for anyone who is interested\, reservation and ticket purchase not required for the workshop.\nRSVP Here
URL:https://pcm.org/event/free-jazz-workshop-otherlands-trio/
LOCATION:Portland Conservatory of Music\, 28 Neal St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz,Workshops & Masterclasses
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SUMMARY:Titus Abbott Quartet @ SPACE Gallery
DESCRIPTION:DATE AND TIME\nSunday\, October 26 2025\n7:30pm\ndoors at 7:00pm\nTICKETS\n$20 advance\n$25 day of show\n$2 off for SPACE members\n_\nIRL Box Office | Cash only. No fees.\nFridays 12-6 pm at 534 Congress St.\nCo-presented by\nSPACE Gallery\nBUY TICKETS HERESaxophonist and composer Titus Abbott brings a new quartet highlighting his decades-long collaboration with pianist and composer Mike Effenberger. The quartet is completed by Scott Kiefner on bass and Maine based but globally recognized drummer RJ Miller. \nThe evening will open with a series of short films by Peter Shellenberger (totaling 15 minutes)\, that are connected to singles from Titus Abbott upcoming trio release\, Tangible Mystery. \nAs an improviser and composer\, Titus has worked and recorded with a wide range of collaborators from his native Canada to Europe and the US including Graham Collier\, Eddie Pévost\, The Grand Union Orchestra\, Ashley Maher\, George Koller\, Frank Carlberg\, Pascal Niggenkemper\, Michael Sarin\, Marilyn Lerner\, Curtis Clark\, Nate McBride\, Luther Gray\, Jamie Saft\, Sean Conly\, Phillip Greenlief\, Loren Stillman and many others performing at venues\, concert halls and jazz festivals worldwide.
URL:https://pcm.org/event/titus-abbott-quartet-space-dij-co-production/
LOCATION:SPACE Gallery\, 538 Congress Street\, Portland\, ME 04101\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, US
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz
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SUMMARY:New Sphere plays Thelonious Monk | DIJ at SPACE
DESCRIPTION:New Sphere is a new quartet dedicated to the music of legendary African American jazz composer and pianist Thelonious Monk. The band is led by soprano saxophonist and composer Titus Abbott in collaboration with pianist\, composer and longtime Monk specialist Frank Carlberg and features a rhythm section of Kim Cass and Michael Sarin. Music will range from familiar to obscure pieces in Monk’s catalog of 70 compositions. Although widely known as one of the pillars of jazz history\, Thelonious Monk’s music is still under recognized. \nTitus Abbott\nTitus Abbott is a Maine based saxophonist and composer. He is dedicated to finding contemporary expression in jazz while honoring its rich tradition. His compositions are characterized by intricate melodies\, harmonies and rhythms that are an invitation to close listening. Specializing in soprano saxophone\, Titus balances his repertoire as a multi-instrumentalist on alto and tenor saxophones and bass clarinet. \nAs an improviser and composer Titus has worked and recorded with a wide range of collaborators from his native Canada to Europe and the US. These include Graham Collier\, Eddie Pévost\, The Grand Union Orchestra\, Ashley Maher\, George Koller\, Frank Carlberg\, Pascal Niggenkemper\, Michael Sarin\, Marilyn Lerner\, Curtis Clark\, Nate McBride\, Luther Gray\, Sean Conly and many others performing at venues\, concert halls and jazz festivals worldwide. \nFrank Carlberg\nOriginally a native of Helsinki\, pianist–composer Frank Carlberg has carved himself quite a niche in the New York jazz community. \nAs a leader\, Carlberg’s groups include the Frank Carlberg Quintet\, Tivoli Trio and Frank Carlberg Large Ensemble. Carlberg has also been involved in many crossover projects throughout the years. Some of his most notable collaborators have included the likes of saxophonist Steve Lacy\, trombonist Bob Brookmeyer and trumpeter Kenny Wheeler. \nCarlberg has been commissioned to write music for big bands\, small ensembles\, symphony orchestras as well as modern dance companies. In addition to his playing and composing activities Carlberg also serves on the faculty at New England Conservatory. \nCarlberg was also a founding member of the Douglass Street Music Collective and runs Red Piano Records\, an independent record label with a current catalogue of over 50 releases. \nKim Cass\nBassist Kim Cass is from an island off the coast of Maine\, where he was introduced to bass playing at age 10. He quickly developed a unique style on the electric bass and began playing the upright bass at age 13. Developing this instrument in a jazz context became Kim’s passion\, as well as composing music featuring his upright playing. \nWhen studying at the New England Conservatory of Music\, Cass received personalized instruction from several virtuoso musicians including George Garzone\, Ran Blake\, Joe Morris and Joe Maneri. Cass currently resides in New York City. He has been featured in a wide variety of ensembles\, executing music that is ever challenging and beautifully mysterious. Cass has performed with the likes of Matt Mitchell\, Tyshawn Sorey\, John Zorn\, and Bill McHenry. The solo album KIM CASS\, released on Table and Chairs\, is a showcase of Kim’s upright bass playing and compositions. \nMichael Sarin\nDrummer Michael Sarin has been at the center of New York City’s genre bending jazz and improvisation community. His versatility and musical wit helped forge long associations with forward-looking artists Thomas Chapin\, Dave Douglas\, Myra Melford\, Ben Allison\, and David Krakauer. Since moving to New York in 1989\, Michael’s unique style and approach to the drum set has been highly sought after by NYC and European musicians looking to expand the definitions of jazz and improvised music. He has contributed to recordings by the aforementioned artists as well as those of Frank Carlberg\, Anthony Coleman\, Mark Dresser\, Marty Ehrlich\, Mark Helias\, Denman Maroney\, Simon Nabatov\, Mario Pavone\, Ned Rothenberg\, and Fred Wesley–recordings found on numerous music critics’ Top Ten CD year-end lists.
URL:https://pcm.org/event/new-sphere-plays-thelonious-munk-dij-at-space/
LOCATION:Space Gallery\, 538 Congress Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz
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SUMMARY:Free Jazz Workshop with Marguerite Juenemann\, Gary Wittner\, and Tony Gaboury
DESCRIPTION:Bring your instrument and a fake book\, or just come to watch the magic happen! \nNo tickets necessary. \nFollowing the workshop\, grab some dinner then come back to see Marguerite\, Gary\, and Tony perform live at PCM (tickets required)
URL:https://pcm.org/event/free-jazz-workshop-with-marguerite-juenemann-gary-wittner-and-tony-gaboury/
LOCATION:Portland Conservatory of Music\, 28 Neal St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dimensions in Jazz,Workshops & Masterclasses
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