Rob Scheps Celebrates The Blue Note Saxophonists

($20-$30 tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm shows) Saxophonist Rob Scheps returns to the Century Room to celebrate the great saxophonists of Blue Note Records!

Rob Scheps, a seasoned saxophonist known for his work with jazz legends such as Gil Evans and John Abercrombie, is set to perform a concert celebrating the great saxophonists of Blue Note Records. This tribute will honor the iconic artists who have shaped the label’s rich legacy, including Hank Mobley, Wayne Shorter, Dexter Gordon and more. Scheps, who has played with a diverse array of musicians from Aretha Franklin to Buddy Rich, brings his own distinctive voice to the saxophone, blending influences from these jazz giants with his personal style. His performance promises to be a dynamic exploration of Blue Note’s storied history, offering both homage and innovation. Audiences can look forward to an evening of classic compositions and fresh interpretations, reflecting Scheps’ deep connection to the jazz tradition and his commitment to keeping it alive for contemporary audiences

ROB SCHEPS

Oregon native Rob Scheps began playing tenor sax at age nine. After studying at the New England Conservatory, he led groups like the True Colors Big Band and Rob Scheps Core-tet. Moving to NYC in 1988, he expanded his career, playing with the Gil Evans Orchestra and the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. He has worked across jazz, classical, theater, and pop music, recording over 35 albums, including his acclaimed releases “Comencio” and “Live at Smalls”. Rob Scheps often garners comparisons to Wayne Shorter and John Coltrane, but as a composer, arranger, and player, Scheps has his own sound.