BEN SHERMAN - Pau Jorba - Elias Earl - Sam Konin - Jacob Patrone - Set and Session
Close Up154 Orchard St, New York 10002
Ben Sherman leads a five-piece set at Close Up, followed by a jam session. Sherman and Pau Jorba play saxophones, with Elias Earl on vibraphone, Sam Konin on bass, and Jacob Patrone on drums. The opening performance gives this particular lineup the floor before the session begins, extending the night into a shared playing environment.
Sherman is a Brooklyn tenor saxophonist who began playing in middle school and has been making his way through New York’s jazz scene. The listing notes work with Michael Ode, Anthony Hervey, Tyreek McDole, and Tyler Bullock, among others. It describes his band’s sound as “unique” while remaining “squarely” within the tradition: a useful frame for a group built around two saxophones, vibraphone, bass, and drums.
Close Up offers a focused jazz experience in a sleek, minimalist space on Manhattan's Lower East Side, where the sound system and acoustics bring every note into sharp relief. The venue features a small back room that invites close connection with the performers, creating a setting where music is the main event and distractions are minimal. Shows run six nights a week with multiple sets, encouraging a deep dive into the music rather than a casual night out. A bar serves Latin American-inspired bites and cocktails, complementing the listening experience without overwhelming it. The crowd tends to be attentive, drawn by the artist-driven programming that blends classic jazz traditions with fresh, innovative sounds. This is a place to settle in, listen closely, and savor the evolving jazz scene in a refined yet approachable environment.