
The Composer's Room ft. Dr. Bill Bares
An intimate late-night listening-room set where original compositions meet jazz-forward arrangements and handpicked personal influences. Expect an ever-changing featured-artist spotlight with deep-cut favorites and a close-up club vibe.
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Late-night jazz trio led by veteran New York bassist and composer Steve LaSpina, highlighting masterful upright-bass grooves and tight ensemble interplay. An intimate club set with sophisticated, hard-swinging energy.

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Easy, late-night jazz in a relaxed lounge setting with swing-forward tunes and a laid-back hangout vibe. Skilled local players keep it unstuffy and unshowy, perfect for sipping and settling in.
Easy, late-night jazz in a relaxed lounge setting with swing-forward tunes and a laid-back hangout vibe. Skilled local players keep it unstuffy and unshowy, perfect for sipping and settling in.