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Jazz Night: Jonathan Scales Fourchestra

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

Defying The Laws Of Jazz

• Latest album PILLAR reached #5 on the iTunes Jazz Chart
• Selected by the U.S. Department of State as a cultural ambassador, with tours in Asia and Africa
• Artist Business of the Year award from the Minority Enterprise Development Committee in North Carolina 
• Selected as a TEDx speaker
• 3x special guest performer at Victor Wooten's prestigious music camps

The Jonathan Scales Fourchestra captivates audiences with their unique sound that seamlessly blends genres, from jazz to rock, all intertwined with vibrant Latin rhythms and deep funk influences. The trio, composed of electric bassist E'Lon JD, drummer Maison Guidry, and steel pan virtuoso Jonathan Scales, offers a rich auditory experience that oscillates between intense, exhilarating performances and delicate, introspective moments of tranquility.

Their performances, celebrated across diverse stages—from intimate clubs to international festivals—are known to transport listeners into an immersive soundscape that lingers in the mind long after the music stops. The ensemble's journey has taken them around the globe, showcasing their artistry as they represent American culture through music, including notable appearances such as their NPR Tiny Desk Concert alongside the legendary Béla Fleck.

With the impending release of their eighth studio album, the Fourchestra is defining their collective identity more than ever. While historically featuring a rotating cast of accomplished musicians, Jonathan Scales has embraced a stable lineup, crafting compositions specifically tailored for the distinct chemistry within the trio. This evolution signifies a new chapter for the Fourchestra—one marked by a commitment to a cohesive musical vision that promises to engage and inspire audiences further.

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra graces the stage of NPR’s popular Tiny Desk Concerts series with legendary banjo player (and former Philharmonic guest artist) Béla Fleck

 

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