JEFF FULLER

Jazz in April ~ no foolin’! ~ 4/1/2026

Ahhh… Spring makes its way, a bit haltingly, into our lives at an important time! The world is not in a good place at this moment, but it’s always a good time to get down to the business of jazz ~ a joyful noise for all to hear! Here’s where I’ll be playing this month:

     This Sunday, April 5th, from 12 – 3 pm, Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Bar (14 Water Street, Guilford, CT)  ushers in the new season with guest artist Naomi Wharry (vocals & trombone), a talented, funny and an amazing musician! Guitarist Gary Grippo, who leads the show, joins me and Barry Ries on drums and trumpet.  Hope you can stop by for the great food and music!  Looking ahead: on April 19th we’ll be joined by jazz vocalist April Marie, and on May 3rd we’ll be joined by renowned bebop singer, Giacomo Gates! So… if you like jazz singers, this is your month.

     Under the leadership of the indomitable Pat Todd, Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ repertoire and fine musicians ~ plays every Monday from 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. I’ll be playing with them on Mondays, April 6th, 20th  and 27th. Free and open to the public — great ambiance, great bar, great dancing.  Check out their new website.

     On Saturday, April 18th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm come hear the earthy vocalist Faye Green, along with guitarist Michael Coppola, myself and a drummer TBA at Café Amici, 1640 Whitney Ave., Hamden.  Hopefully it’ll be warm enough for us to play outside.

     On Wednesday, April 22nd, from 7 – 9 pm, I’ll be joining Allen Lowe & The All-Stars at Best Video Film & Cultural Center, 1842 Whitney Ave., Hamden, for an unusual jazz session with the usual (talented) suspects ~ Gary Grippo, Barry Ries, and Mark Kaplan. $10 cover.

     On Saturday, April 25th from 7 – 9 pm, I’ll be playing with Richard Sylvester’s Blue Lion Trio, featuring Alan Bates on vibes, at Open Door Tea, 3552 Main Street, Stratford, CT.  Host & drummer Richard has launched a remarkable jazz series (every Saturday!) at this cozy venue. Great teas, 50% off wine purchase.

     So… as history marches on towards ?? let’s all rejoice in hearing and playing good music!  I hope to see you at one of these gigs!

Jeff Fuller

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