The Anthony Fung Quartet
($15-$25 | 7pm & 9pm sets) The Los Angeles based Anthony Fung Quartet blends the sounds of modern composition as well as incorporating inspiration from ethnic world rhythms and straight ahead jazz.
Alex Hahn (Alto Sax) Michael Ragonese (Piano) Luca Alemanno (Bass) Anthony Fung (Drums)
**Anthony Fung**
Anthony Fung is a Canadian-born drummer, composer, producer, and bandleader currently based in Los Angeles, CA. He has established himself as an accomplished musician, earning multiple degrees and performing at renowned festivals and venues worldwide. Anthony’s education includes a master of music degree from the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, where he studied and performed with jazz legends such as Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter. He also holds a bachelor of music and a master of music degree from the Berklee College of Music and the Berklee Global Jazz Institute, where he was mentored by Danilo Pérez.
As a drummer, Anthony has performed alongside a diverse array of artists, including Danilo Perez, Kenny Lattimore, John Patitucci, George Garzone, David Binney, Terrace Martin, and Alicia Olatuja. He has also worked as a bandleader, releasing three albums to critical acclaim. Anthony’s FO(U)RTH album featuring saxophonist Mark Turner will be released fall 2023. In addition to his performance work, Anthony is an accomplished composer and producer. His compositions have been featured in films and television shows such as “The Last Tourist” on Apple TV and Craig Robinson’s Hulu special “Your Attention Please.” He has also been commissioned to create works such as “The Chinese Immigration Suite” for the Los Angeles Jazz Society.
Anthony is highly regarded in the music industry, with his work receiving praise from respected publications such as Downbeat Magazine and WBGO. Downbeat Magazine awarded his album “Flashpoint” with a four-star review and included it in their “Best Albums of 2019 & 2020” list. WBGO featured Anthony’s work in their segment “New Music by Five Composers behind the Drums,” highlighting his talent as a composer.