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Jazz Java

  • Chapman Cultural Center 200 East Saint John Street Spartanburg United States (map)

Classic, Timeless, Captivating Jazz

The Konrad Paszkudzki Trio's aesthetic can be summed up in three words: mood, sizzle, and swing. Their sound is classic yet timeless in its mode of expression, captivating ardent lovers of the jazz idiom and Tin Pan Alley tradition alike. Their repertoire is filled with jazz standards - tunes collectively known as The Great American Song Book. Instantly recognizable songs often bring fond memories of date nights, holding hands, and lingering gazes. The Konrad Paszkudzki Trio plays with a skilled passion for the art of jazz, not relying on trite gimmicks or overt displays of flash and technical wizardry. This is jazz in its truest form - melodic elegance with a swinging verve. A sophisticated sound that will put a pep in your step, much like a good cup of java.

 

Ticket Prices

Adults: $25
Youth:* $12.50
*Up to Age 22

Box Office Phone: 864-583-2776
Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Friday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

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Safety Guidelines

In partnership with the Chapman Cultural Center, we continue to welcome and encourage masks, particularly for those in high-risk populations, at this time, though, facial coverings are NOT required to attend Spartanburg Philharmonic concerts. We continue to prioritize safety for all who engage with us. Along with our partners at the CCC, we will continue to monitor local infection rates regularly, and policies may change as we receive updated information.

The Artist

 

Konrad Paszkudski

Although raised in Western Australia by Polish parents, Konrad’s musical affinity and passion for swingin' American jazz revealed itself early on. The precocious instrumentalist swiftly established a reputation as a leading jazzman in Australia, touring for the next two years. he spent a year in Los Angeles playing piano with the likes of the Clayton/Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and the Jeff Hamilton Trio. Konrad returned to the East Coast in 2012 after being offered a position to lead the house trio at the coveted New York venue. Following a year-long residency and two self-released trio recordings, he joined the John Pizzarelli Quartet in November of 2013, leading to over 1000 performances worldwide in the following four years. In 2015 Konrad became a Yamaha artist, and in 2016 began working for Venus Records in Japan. Between 2016-2017 the Konrad Paszkudzki trio recorded seven albums for the label.

He has a pearly touch, a sense of history, a sense of drama, a love of the blues, and an elegance which is borne of high minded dedication
— Wynton Marsalis

Music Preview

NOTE: programs subject to change;
timings, when given, are approximate.


Earlier Event: November 16
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Later Event: November 30
Duo Joyeux