The world-renowned John Scofield trio returns to the Blue Note in NYC next week, offering jazz lovers a special treat this Thanksgiving: six evenings of jazz fusion and exciting improvisations. From Tuesday, November 25 till Sunday, November 30, Scofield alongside Vicente Archer and Bill Stewart are set to play two shows a day at 8:00 pm and 10:30pm, where guests can enjoy a very special dinner-and-a-show at one of the city’s most iconic music landmarks.
John Scofield: From Miles Davis’s fusion to modern post-bop
The three-time GRAMMY winning guitarist has performed and recorded with just about every big name in jazz, including Miles Davis, Charlie Haden, Pat Metheny, Wayne Shorter, Joe Lovano, Tony Williams, Jim Hall and Herbie Hancock. Scofield’s style is rooted in jazz but incorporates groove, blues, bebop, and even folk melodies, giving him a unique sound. He began his career as a bandleader and recording artist in 1975 but he’s been performing in a jazz trio since the late ’70s and reportedly, it’s his favorite format.
This November, Scofield is joined on stage by Vicente Archer on bass and drummer Bill Stewart, two formidable forces in the jazz scene. This reincarnation of John’s trio was formed a few years ago and they’ve all graced the Blue Note together on a number of occasions since 2021. They’ve just toured Europe and North America to now end the year with another Thanksgiving residency at the club. From November 25 to 30, they’ll play jazz standards, rock and blues classics, original Scofield compositions and electrifying improvisations.
The Blue Note brand
Located in Greenwich Village, the Blue Note is simultaneously one of the city’s most iconic venues and one of the top jazz curators in the world. The 250-seat club was founded in 1981, offering fine dining and live music for NYC’s jazz aficionados. Throughout its 44-year run, it has hosted celebrated jazz artists like Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughan, Lionel Hampton, Oscar Peterson, and Ray Charles. Globally, the brand first gained recognition for the Blue Note live album recordings but over the years, its legacy has grown to include international venues and festivals.
The John Scofield Trio end their residency at the Blue Note on November 30 but the legendary jazz club is set to host more legends like Chris Botti this end of year. Additionally, for more live shows that celebrate the rich and diverse music genre, check out The Jazz Room at Sony Hall and Roulette. This series is a musical journey through the golden eras of the genre from its Dixieland roots and beyond, with performances of songs by Louis Armstrong, Irving Mills and more.