May 8 – 14

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Lena’s resident composer, pianist and jazz master, Chuck Lamb, has been a member of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet since 2002. Guitarist Dave Stryker is a major figure in the NYC jazz scene. Village Voice calls him “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years.” 2022 marks the 15th time Downbeat named him one of the year’s Top Jazz Guitarists.
“I have followed Dave Stryker‘s playing since his early days in Omaha through his long stay with Stanley Turrentine … and he just gets better and better with one of the most joyous feels around.” – Pat Metheny

JAZZ at Caffe Lena is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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Duhon is a compelling storyteller with blues and folk inflected melodies that have been praised by Rolling Stone, American Songwriter and NoDepression. The later called him “a soulmate of Van Morrison, lyrically and vocally.” Duhon will be performing with his trio.

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Bridging the jam band and rock worlds, McGee’s crowd-pleasing music reveals his love of melodic guitar-driven songs layered with soaring vocal harmonies, organic grooves and thoughtful lyrics. He has toured with Allman Brothers Band, The Who, James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Little Feat, Counting Crows, Steve Miller and more.

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Mexican guitar virtuoso Gil Gutiérrez is joined by Dave Rodriguez (Grammy & Emmy-nominated upright bassist) and Bob Stern (violinist for Laura Brannigan, Jerry Miller and others) for an evening of vibrant Latin-influenced jazz and classical music. Gutierrez leads Doc Severinsen’s San Miguel 5, and you will hear some of those gorgeous compositions this evening.

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Rich harmonies and commitment to humanist ideals has made this duo popular for 50 years. Terry and Greg have entertained, uplifted and inspired audiences around the world with provocative, moving songs. They’ve played clubs, classrooms, demonstrations, rallies and picket lines in their tireless crusade to make the world a better place.