Josh Nelson feat. Anthony Wilson with Luca Alemanno & Dan Schnelle

Josh Nelson (piano), Anthony Wilson (guitar), Luca Alemanno (bass), Dan Schnelle (drums)

Born and raised in Southern California, pianist-composer-bandleader Josh Nelson has performed with some of the most respected names in jazz, including Kurt Elling, John Pizzarelli, Benny Golson, Sheila Jordan, John Clayton, George Mraz, Jeff Hamilton, Dave Koz, Joe Chambers and Peter Erskine.

Nelson is also widely viewed as one of the most sought-after bandleaders on the west coast with seven critically acclaimed records under his own name. Nelson recently recorded a new album under the Sam First Records label, which documents a wide range of his music written specifically for, and performed alongside, long-time collaborators including modern saxophone icon Walter Smith III and special guest vocalist Gaby Moreno.

This week Josh reunites with guitarist/composer Anthony Wilson for a special weekend of music. These evenings will feature new and older music from both Josh and Anthony, as well as tributes to some of Josh’s favorite late great pianists: Mulgrew Miller, Michel Petrucciani, and Chick Corea. Selections from Josh’s new “LA Stories: Live at Sam First” will also be performed.

All shows at Sam First are 21+ (no one under the age of 21 will be permitted)

Show Times: 7:30pm & 9:00pm, and a separate ticket is required for each show.

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