Joe Gransden

The Joe Gransden Big Band "Live from New York" set! Opening by Broad St. Jazz Don't miss this concert as Joe and His Band will be takin' it to the limits performing music from their upcoming New York City "Jazz at Lincoln Center, Dizzy's Club" Show! Stellar arrangements by Wes Funderburk, Mike Walton, Greg Sudmeier, and others will surely be on the program! A Must See Show! The Joe Gransden 16 Piece Big Band is quickly becoming one of the busiest groups on the jazz scene. Initially formed in 2009, Joe and the guys have continued building momentum and are performing numerous shows nationwide. Joe and his big band have a legion of fans, including Smokey Robinson, who shares that “Joe has an innate ability to connect with an audience. His singing and trumpet playing are world-class! Throw in his 16-piece big band, and you have something special!” Joe Gransden has performed worldwide and released 14 CDs under his name. Renowned first for the hard bop approach of his trumpet, Gransden’s singing voice has been compared to that of Chet Baker and Frank Sinatra. He performs regularly at the Blue Note in New York City and other major cities worldwide. Kicking off the evening of great music will be Sugar Hill's favorite jazz band, Broad St. Jazz! They'll warm up the stage with a captivating set of beloved and exciting jazz arrangments before Joe and his band take the stage