Monterey Jazz

Benny Green on the piano was pretty incredible. Dee Dee Bridgewater was excellent on the vocals.

The musicians were amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed myself; as did my wife. 90 minutes of jazz for a really great price.

First thing I have to say is they better come back next year because I cannot wait to hear them in person again. I have grandchildren that have played at Monterey and it seems that these fine musicians began at Monterey when they were in high school also. The group furthered my respect for what Monterey is capable of. I was literally mesmeized.

The Monterey Jazz Festival was amazing, especially the singer-(Raul?). My only complaint is that it was too short ( just about an hour).

I was thrilled with this show. Before I realized it, over an hour had passed and they were wrapping up with their final sets. Amazing group of musicians!

We anticipated so much more than what we got. The musicians in the first number were not together and sounded like they were feeling their way with the hall and the audience. I'm not sure what kind of jazz style this was or was supposed to be - fusion? - it just wasn't my kind of jazz as I vastly prefer the era of Ravi's father. And speaking of Ravi, he was disappointing and just didn't deliver. The "guest" artist (guitar/vocal) didn't really add that much to the show; in fact, his musical renditions seemed out-of-place with the rest of the quintet. Accoustically things were a mess. If I were a jazz pianist, I would have refused to play on that set up. The upper mid-range of the piano was so badly amplified that the instrument sounded tinny and very harsh. Similarly, the bass player's amplification was so boomy and over amplified that any of his fast work was a blur. His fast note and runs were lost in the muddy amplification. again, like the piano, if I were a bassist, I would have refused to plan on that system.

When one goes to a jazz performance one never knows what one will get. In this case my wife and I were pleasantly surprised by the amazing talents that appeared on the stage, and their beautifully arranged and executed show. A highlight was the surprise guest appearance of Raul Milon, a hugely talented guitarist and singer who added yet another dimension to the show. Highly recommended.

Did not enjoy the choice of tunes and the style of jazz. Too much loud showy trumpet and improvisations were mostly riffs on scales. The only recognizable song was the encore. While I understand that the musicians might prefer avant garde cutting edge jazz, they should have more respect for the audience and play at least a few more mainstream jazz selections. Even Monks Around Midnight was almost unrecognizable with hardly no piano solo. Also it was a very short concert with no intermission perhaps because the knew half the audience would have left then. I sure would have. Felt very ripped off for the money we spent.

The intimate venue of the Balboa Theater cannot be compared, a gem in San Diego. Each artist a master, together they were phenominal. It was a groove.

A most touching, outstanding, and worthwhile experience. Fantastic soulful musicians created an atmosphere and experience I won't forget. One of the best performances i HAVE EVER BEEN TO.

The show was absolutely wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

We Completely enjoyed it..The musicians were amazing.

I saw Lewis Nash at the Columbus Southern Theater in February. When I heard he was coming back, I had to go. He's mesmerizing. The night was full of great jazz and I was glad to see McBride for the first time. I even appreciated how he handled some idiot in the front row who kept making loud comments. Very professional, but he got his point across. I also appreciated how McBride said that there was this notion you had to be still and quiet during a jazz concert. He disagreed with that. Those of us who need to feel the music appreciate that comment. These are the most talented jazz musicians out there people . If you haven't see them, you haven't seen jazz.

beautiful facility and the group was amazing great experience

Great group of talented musicians who put up an amazing show in a very relaxed setting.

A fabulous concert - top rate talent! May have to travel out to Monterey for their next Jazz Festival.

At last, a concert for grown-ups! Truly accomplished musicians who tap into the future as easily as they recall and reinterpret the past. The Lincoln Theater is a great venue with a simple. tasteful design that fosters intimacy and excellent acoustics.

This was my first I have always wanted to go to a Jazz anything I am not sure if this Jazz event can be beat they have really set the bar high,Ms.Dee Dee showed out along with the rest of the band I could have sit there all night the muisc to me was like feel good muisc something I personally needed.

The Monterrey Jazz Festival at the Madame Walker Theatre was absolutely incredible! I was in awe to see and hear Dee Dee Bridgewater and Christian McBride and then there was the rest of the band, who also blew me away! These were the best of the best. Why wasn't this event sold out? A lot of people really missed out on an incredible jazz event!

Each musician is a genius in their own right and raised the bar even higher platyng as a multi faceted whole!

Nothing average about this event...singer/musicians were all 5 star excellent !!!

terrific sounds..good interaction of musicans..nothing to do with music but selling of food in paper bags most annoying..people behind us made almost as much sounds as the musicians ..just food for thought

Great venue, Carolina Theater. Impeccable perfomance.

Great show! This was my first jazz concert and this group plays very well together. Very entertaining and fun.

The show was great Christine McBride was on point and Dee Dee Bridgewater was excellent overall a great show

The performance was absolutely unforgettable. My husband and I are still talking about it. The whole band did an exceptional job.

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