Brian Melvin Trio
Smalls183 West 10th Street, New York 10014
Brian Melvin brings his trio to Smalls with David Kikoski on piano and Boris Kozlov on bass.
Drummer and percussionist Melvin is a San Francisco native now based in Tallinn, Estonia. His playing and recording credits include Jaco Pastorius, Joe Henderson, John Scofield, Mike Stern, Michael Brecker and Bob Weir; he also co-leads Beatlejazz with Kikoski.
Smalls is a basement jazz club where the music feels immediate and unfiltered, with the stage just a few feet from the audience. The room is compact, with simple seating that encourages close listening, and a bar that serves drinks but no full kitchen, so the focus stays on the performances. Shows typically feature multiple sets, often extending late into the night with jam sessions that invite spontaneous creativity. The club’s walls are adorned with photos and memorabilia that reflect its deep roots in New York’s jazz scene. The audience is there to listen intently, creating a shared experience where every note can be savored. Expect an evening where the energy of live jazz is palpable and the musicians’ passion fills the intimate space.