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| Flushing Town Hall Presents Antonio Hart Quintet Featuring Antoinette Montague Flushing Town Hall is thrilled to announce an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz featuring the Grammy-nominated saxophone virtuoso Antonio Hart and his acclaimed quintet, joined by the incomparable vocalist Antoinette Montague. This highly anticipated concert will take place on Friday, June 20, at 8:00 PM. Antonio Hart, one of today's most compelling saxophonists, will lead his top-tier ensemble through a repertoire that honors jazz tradition while pushing creative boundaries. Known for his robust and lyrical tone, Hart's playing captures the spirit of jazz with every note. His quintet features a stellar lineup: Barry Cooper on trombone, Nasheet Waits on drums, Donald Vega on piano, and Alex Ayala on bass. Joining Hart is the captivating Antoinette Montague, whose voice channels the soul of jazz, blues, and gospel with elegance and fire. A commanding performer, Montague's artistry bridges generations, echoing legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Dinah Washington while asserting her own unique sound. About Antonio Hart Antonio Hart, saxophonist, was born September 30, 1968 in Baltimore. He started playing the saxophone in elementary school and only became interested in jazz when he was in his late teens. Mr. Hart listened to a local jazz radio station and discovered saxophonists like Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Sonny Stitt. Before long, studying jazz had become his priority. After graduating from the Baltimore School of Arts, he migrated to Boston to attend the Berklee School of Music. Upon graduation, he made his way to New York, joining forces with friend and classmate trumpeter Roy Hargrove. While touring with Hargrove, Mr. Hart pursued a master's degree at Queens College, where he studied under saxophonist Jimmy Heath and trumpeter Donald Byrd. In 1991, Mr. Hart recorded his own critically praised debut CD, For The First Time (1991), and in 1992, he recorded Here I Stand, for which Mr. Hart earned a Grammy nomination for Best Instrumental Solo. His third album, For Cannonball And Wood (1993), not only features recorded works from alto-saxophonist Julian Cannonball Adderley and trumpeter Woody Shaw, but also dedicated two original pieces to them. Besides his solo career, Mr. Hart is widely known for his solid sid an contributions to recordings by Nat Adderley, Monty Alexander, Kathleen Battle, Terence Blanchard, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ray Brown, Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Green, Wallace Roney, McCoy Tyner, and Phil Woods. On January 17, 2003, Antonio Hart appeared in the Terrace Theater with Hilton Ruiz, as part of the Art Tatum Piano Panorama. About Antoinette Montague Antoinette Montague is a celebrated Newark-born jazz and blues vocalist, known for her dynamic performances in New York and around the world. An international entertainer, educator, and radio host on WHCR 90.3FM, she champions multi-generational jazz artists. Mentored by legends like Etta Jones and Carrie Smith, Antoinette also mentors emerging artists and teaches at institutions including Marymount Manhattan College, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Jazz Power Initiative. She leads The Antoinette Montague Experience, performing at venues like the Blue Note, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and NJPAC. As CEO of Jazz Woman to the Rescue, she promotes youth music education through instrument donations. A dedicated community leader, Antoinette serves on advisory boards, including WBGO Radio and the International Women in Jazz. She continues to inspire through her work with the Newark School of the Arts. General admission tickets are $48 for adults, $42 for seniors and students w/ID and $150 for a table for two, including crudites and wine. For more information or to purchase tickets for Antonio Hart Quintet - Featuring Antoinette Montague, visit: https://www.flushingtownhall.org/antonio-hart-quintet-ft-antoinette-montague or call the box office at (718) 463-7700 x222. Pre-Show Mix & Mingle for Members Flushing Town Hall members are invited to a complimentary pre-show reception at 6:30 PM in the Flushing Town Hall Garden or Gallery. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy refreshments, light bites, wine, beer, and soft drinks, and to mingle with fellow arts enthusiasts and Flushing Town Hall staff before the concert. Not a member? Become one today to enjoy this and other exclusive benefits! write your comments about the article :: © 2025 Jazz News :: home page |