John Stein has been building his audience, building his understanding of the idiom, and creating a style for himself, a unique form of expression that is, without a doubt, establishing him as a premier purveyor of jazz on guitar. He is celebrating the release of two recordings in 2025: Next Gen and Among Friends. With a wonderfully diverse repertoire, one that traverses a spectrum of styles and tempos, Stein’s locked-in band approaches the song selections with genuine flair and a shared energy. The musicians lay bare the soul and the spirit of these songs, digging into a remarkable set of deep grooves with incredible clarity and creativity.  John Stein, guitar - Internationally renowned jazz guitarist John Stein was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri where he took up his instrument at an early age. His talent for and love of music ultimately earned him a faculty position at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he was a longtime Professor in the Harmony Department. John Stein is an experienced teacher, clinician, recording artist, and author. John has performed as a leader or a sideman with some of the world's finest jazz acts, including David “Fathead” Newman, Lou Donaldson, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Idris Muhammid, Zé Eduardo Nazario, Teco Cardoso, Bill Pierce, John LaPorta, Ron Gill, and others. John is a prolific recording artist as a leader, in addition to the contributions he has made to other artists' projects. His newest recordings released in 2025, “Next Gen” and “Among Friends,” are on the Tiger Turn/JS Jazz record label.   John Stein, guitar Allan Chase, saxophones Ed Lucie, bass guitar Mike Connors, drums   All GA sections (Main Floor GA & Miles Davis Mezzanine) will be seated by host and are first come, first served (other than where a reserved sign is posted to table).  If you require special seating, please call the venue for accommodations no later than 48 hours prior to show date. Please note:  If you do not purchase all seats at a table, other customers may be seated with you. If you have any special requirements, please call the box office after purchasing your tickets or at least 72 hours prior to show time. ALL TICKETS PURCHASED ARE NON-REFUNDABLE