The Sergio Ramirez Quartet: Road to the EP
Chelsea Table + Stage152 W 26th St, New York 10001
The Sergio Ramirez Quartet arrives at Chelsea Table + Stage for Road to the EP, a show staged just before guitarist, bandleader and composer Sergio Ramirez records his debut EP. Ramirez is joined by Alexandra Ridout on trumpet, Rafael Enciso on bass and Danno Petersen on drums. The set draws together new music, pieces from past engagements and works by underrepresented composers in the jazz canon. The evening follows the band's full range, from lyrical passages to more explosive playing, with the forthcoming recording clearly in view.
Bronx-born Ramirez is a first-generation Mexican-American artist whose music, according to the event listing, is a statement of belonging and “a refusal to be just one thing.” His work has reached David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, SFJAZZ and the Perelman Performing Arts Center. He also appears on Arturo O'Farrill's GRAMMY-nominated Mundoagua: Celebrating Carla Bley. As both a guitarist and a bandleader, Ramirez brings his own compositions into dialogue with a wider jazz repertory, making this quartet date a snapshot of music in development before his debut EP takes shape.
Chelsea Table + Stage offers a unique blend of live performance and dining in a stylish space that seats around 120 guests, ensuring a close-up experience with the artists. The venue combines elements of a cabaret and supper club, where you can enjoy a curated lineup of music, comedy, and theater while seated at tables that encourage attentive listening. The room’s design brings the stage near every seat, making the sound and sightlines excellent even from the back. A full bar and elevated dining options complement the performances, creating an evening that feels both engaging and refined. Shows are ticketed, so securing your spot ahead is recommended. The venue’s focus on artist-driven events and a warm, inviting setting makes it a place where culture and community intersect for memorable nights.