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New England Jazz Collaborative Presents
Blues on the Corner: McCoy Tyner Legacy Band featuring Francisco Mela, Gerald Cannon, Benito Gonzalez, and George Garzone
Fri, 12 Sep, 7:30 PM EDT
Doors open
7:00 PM EDT
Regattabar
1 Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Description
World-renowned drummer and former McCoy Tyner sideman Francisco Mela joins forces with bassist and fellow McCoy alumnus Gerald Cannon to pay tribute to their legendary mentor and former bandleader.
Rounding out this all-star trio is Venezuelan-American pianist Benito Gonzalez, widely hailed as the torchbearer for McCoy’s harddriving yet lyrical style. Tenor titan George Garzone will be a featured guest, heard here like never before.
Francisco Mela, drums
Gerald Cannon, bass
Benito Gonzalez, piano
George Garzone, sax
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Seats are assigned by date of purchase. Tickets purchased the night of the show at the door will be seated first come, first served at remaining tables.
Groups larger than 8 must purchase a group package at regattabar@charleshotel.com or by calling 617-661-5099.
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Age Limit
All Ages

Jazz
McCoy Tyner Legacy Band
McCoy Tyner Legacy Band
Jazz
World-renowned drummer and former McCoy Tyner sideman Francisco Mela joins forces with bassist and fellow McCoy alumnus Gerald Cannon to pay tribute to their legendary mentor and former bandleader.
Rounding out this all-star trio is Venezuelan-American pianist Benito Gonzalez, widely hailed as the torchbearer for McCoy’s harddriving yet lyrical style. Tenor titan George Garzone will be a featured guest, heard here like never before.
“[Francisco] Mela is just a fantastic player. He has his own style and his own sound, which is what I look for in a drummer.” — McCoy Tyner
“Fans and critics of pianist Benito Gonzalez agree: He’s a Latin McCoy Tyner.” — Michael J. West, JazzTimes
“It has been wonderful working with Gerald [Cannon]; I’m sure he will remain a force in the jazz world for years to come.” — McCoy Tyner
“I’m not the master of the sax, George Garzone is.” — Michael Brecker