Avant Jazz: Past

Roulette celebrates composer Henry Threadgill with two nights dedicated to ensembles from throughout his career.

Improvising trio for guitar, trombone, percussion, and more // opening set by Philly-based drummer, composer/improviser, and artist.

Premiere of Wet Ink commissioned works by Artists-In-Residence Gelsey Bell and Carolyn Chen.

A new ensemble work of plucked, beaten and electronic instruments in surround sound for Stemeseder's Roulette Commission.

Percussionist, improviser, and Roulette Resident presents an audio-visual performance with Maria Takeuchi, Yoko Murakami, and Akiha Yamakami.

The annual Arts for Arts free jazz and experimental festival returns to honor Roscoe Mitchell and showcase both legendary and emerging stars.

Known for his main project Carlos Niño & Friends and for his work with André 3000, Niño presents new material with very special friends.

Roulette Commissioned artist presents sonic-poetry with luminous collaborators Oliver Ray, Daniel Carter, Shahzad Ismaily, and Miriam Parker.

Zorn’s beloved ensemble w/ Julian Lage, Jorge Roeder, & Kenny Wollesen returns for the 4th consecutive year for one tight and telepathic set.

Two artists share solo work from their recent releases: Kohl's Normal Sounds (Moon Glyph) and Parish's Repertoire (Palilalia Records).