Internationally acclaimed drummer, composer, and bandleader Jared Schonig returns to Dizzy’s following his sold-out debut in 2024. A dynamic presence on both the jazz and Broadway scenes, Schonig brings energy and precision to every performance. For this special night, he presents original works arranged for his celebrated big band by eight of today’s leading composers, with the evening recorded live for an upcoming album.

PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Andrew Gould, reeds
Erica Von Kleist, reeds
John Ellis, reeds
Jason Rigby, reeds
Carl Maraghi, reeds
Tony Kadleck, trumpet
Brian Pareschi, trumpet
Terell Stafford, trumpet
Scott Wendholt, trumpet
Mike Davis, trombone
Ryan Keberle, trombone
Sara Jacovino, trombone
Reggie Chapman, trombone
David Cook, piano
Alex Goodman, guitar
Matt Clohesy, bass
Jared Schonig, drums & compositions