The World Stage ‘Friday Night Concert Series’ presents

Mike Monford, Alto Sax
Marc Cary, Piano
Gengis Don, Drums

Friday, July 25, 2025
Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm

Mike Monford is a Detroit-based saxophonist, composer, and jazz historian whose sound fuses deep jazz roots with hip-hop, soul, and Black musical traditions. A former student of Jackie McLean and protégé of Marcus Belgrave and Teddy Harris Jr., Monford honed his craft at iconic Detroit venues like Baker’s Keyboard Lounge. His career includes work with Grammy-winning pianist Marc Cary, bassist Bill Lee, as well as international tours with the acclaimed Afro-French duo Les Nubians. Marc Cary is a Grammy-winning pianist and composer whose work bridges jazz, go-go, and global rhythms. A former music director for Abbey Lincoln, he has performed with icons like Betty Carter and Roy Hargrove. Cary is also the founder of The Harlem Sessions, a collective dedicated to progressive improvisation and community-centered jazz. Gengis Don is a drummer, producer, and songwriter whose sound combines his deep knowledge of Hip Hop and his study of jazz/improvisational music. This Brooklyn native has worked with some of the world’s best artists, including Roy Hargrove, Solange, and Bilal.

The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008
Parking and entrance located at the rear of the building.
$20 Admission at the door

More Information: www.theworldstage.org

Coming Up At The World Stage:
Aug 1 – Don Preston Trio featuring Christopher Garcia
Aug 8 – Ethio Cali
Aug 15 – Fuasi Abdul Khaliq, Saxophonist
Aug 22 – JMD And The 8 Track Allstars Band featuring R.A.P. Ferreira/Crow Billiken
Aug 29 – Euro Zambrano, Drummer/Percussionist