TJG Residency Commission '26 Presents Simon Moullier
The Jazz Gallery1160 Broadway, New York 10001
The Jazz Gallery’s 2026 Residency Commission continues with French-born, New York City-based vibraphonist, composer and arranger Simon Moullier, appearing with his Octet. The supplied material does not name the other musicians in the ensemble, but frames the date as part of Moullier’s Residency Commission year at the Gallery. Expect an octet setting for his writing and arranging, with Moullier’s vibraphone at the heart of the performance.
Moullier has been described by The Jazz Gallery as “one of the leading voices of his generation,” recognized for an “entirely new approach and sound” on vibraphone. He was mentored by Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter and Jimmy Heath through the Thelonious Monk Institute, and has worked with Gerald Clayton, Ben Wendel, Terri Lyne Carrington and Buster Williams. His arranging contributed to Carrington’s Grammy-winning New Standards Vol. 1, and he has received Rising Star Vibraphonist recognition in DownBeat’s critics poll. DownBeat wrote that his technique is “fully apparent, instilling the music with elegance”; JazzTimes called him “a lyrical voice on vibes,” whose notes “can resonate sympathetically with the human heart.”
The Jazz Gallery offers a focused listening room experience on the fifth floor of a Midtown office building, where the audience gathers to hear progressive jazz performed by emerging and established artists. The space is designed to highlight the music without distractions: seating is arranged to bring listeners close to the performers, fostering a direct connection with the sound. There is no food service, but a bar is available, and ticket prices are modest, encouraging accessibility. Shows typically run from 7 to 11 pm on select nights, featuring multiple sets that invite deep engagement rather than casual socializing. The venue’s commitment to artistic growth is evident in its support for new compositions and collaborations, making an evening here a chance to witness jazz as a living, evolving art form in a setting that respects both the musicians and the audience.