Michel Gentile Quartet
IBeam Brooklyn168 7th Street, New York 11215
Michel Gentile leads a quartet featuring Gary Versace on piano, Steve Whipple on bass and Rob Garcia on drums. Gentile plays flute, alto flute, bass flute and piccolo.
A flutist and composer active in New York’s jazz scene, Gentile has performed with Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman, Fred Hersch, Kurt Rosenwinkle, Joseph Jarman and Yusef Lateef. He has also been a longtime member of WORKS, Go Organic Orchestra and Gentile-Romano, and is known most notably for his quintet Flow.
IBeam Brooklyn is a member-owned performance and rehearsal space that champions innovative and creative improvising artists, offering a unique setting where music unfolds with spontaneity and depth. The venue features a room designed for attentive listening, where the audience can engage closely with the performances, often featuring multiple sets in an evening. Shows are ticketed, typically around $20, and the space includes a bar, encouraging a relaxed yet focused environment where conversation takes a backseat to the music. The venue’s programming highlights experimental and instrumental music, making it a destination for those seeking a thoughtful and immersive live music experience. Your evening will likely involve discovering new sounds in a space that supports artistic exploration and community.