Bennett Paster Trio
Mezzrow161 West 10th Street, New York 10014
Bennett Paster Trio is billed at Mezzrow in Manhattan. The available event information names the trio but does not list individual performers, guests, a release, a tribute, a residency, or any other special format for the evening. It is a trio date in Mezzrow's compact basement room, a setting built for close listening and for hearing the details of musicians' interaction. The venue presents jazz in a focused performance space, with seating arranged around the music and a bar rather than a full kitchen.
The material available for this show identifies the act as the Bennett Paster Trio, but provides no biographical information about Bennett Paster or the group. It does not state where the musicians are from, name the trio's personnel, describe their repertoire or musical approach, or document collaborators, recordings, or critical notices. What can be said from the listing is limited to the billed trio appearance at a Manhattan room whose programming is part of a foundation supporting jazz artists. Mezzrow is known for attentive listening, and its evenings commonly unfold across two sets; no further details are given for this particular performance.
Mezzrow offers a focused jazz listening experience in a compact, basement setting where the audience is close enough to catch every subtle note and interaction among musicians. The room features a bar serving drinks but no full kitchen, encouraging guests to settle in for the music rather than a meal. Shows typically have two sets in the evening, with ticketing recommended to secure a spot in this popular venue. The vibe is attentive and respectful, with seating arranged to maximize the connection between performers and listeners. After the sets, the night often extends into late hours with vinyl sessions or jam sessions, making it a place where jazz lives beyond the scheduled performances. This venue is part of a foundation supporting jazz artists, ensuring a vibrant, ongoing presence in Manhattan's music scene.