Join us for the third annual Improv Nights, a three-night run bringing together master improvisers to perform in multiple configurations and combinations.

This series was originally initiated by John Zorn, to whom Derek Bailey was a dear friend and mentor. Bailey’s passion for pure improvisation inspired generations of musicians from a wide variety of backgrounds. For these three nights we return to the Improv Night tradition that began as benefits for The Stone, and that have been, in many ways, inspired by Derek Bailey’s legendary Company Weeks.

Each evening will present a rotating kaleidoscope of musicians, who will then divide into smaller improvisational units—each concert promising a unique and exciting experience.

Please join us in this heartfelt tribute to the art of improvisation, to the ever-thriving, ever-expanding Downtown Scene, and to the spirit of Derek Bailey and Company.

Curated by Roulette Producer, Jim Staley

Thursday January 23
Craig Taborn piano
Kenny Wollesen drums
Wendy Eisenberg guitar
Ikue Mori electronics
Zeena Parkins harp, electronics
David Weinstein electronics
Brandon Lopez bass
Ned Rothenberg woodwinds
Chris Williams trumpet
Gabby Fluke-Mogul violin
Jim Staley trombone

Friday January 24
Nava Dumnkelman percussion
Zeena Parkins harp, electronics
David Weinstein electronics
Brandon Lopez bass
Marty Ehrlich woodwinds
Sylvie Courvoisier piano
Patricia Brennan vibes
Leo Chang jeonmo, electronics
Nate Wooley trumpet
Charmaine Lee voice & electronics
Jim Staley trombone

Saturday January 25
Leslie Mok drums, percussion
Nava Dunkelman percussion
Wendy Eisenberg guitar
Brandon Lopez bass
Ned Rothenberg woodwinds
Marty Ehrlich woodwinds
Patricia Brennan vibes
Sylvie Courvoisier piano
Gabby Fluke-Mogul violin
Leo Chang jeonmo, electronics
Nate Wooley trumpet
Jim Staley trombone