PRIYA CARLBERG - Jules Gardner - Alex Quinn - Rahul Carlberg - Thorbjorn Stefansson - Jon Starks - Set and Session
Close Up154 Orchard St, New York 10002
Priya Carlberg makes her debut with Jules Gardner on saxophone, Alex Quinn on trumpet, Rahul Carlberg on piano, Thorbjorn Stefansson on bass and Jon Starks on drums, performing her music before an after-set jam session. Carlberg's work brings improvisation and composition together, with an approach to voice that values aural intuition, stream-of-consciousness expression, humor and theatrical play.
Drawing on classical piano study, jazz, rock and experimental music, Carlberg also works as a bandleader and collaborator, with collective experimentation and reciprocity central to her practice.
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.