Rob Garcia Quintet
Smalls183 West 10th Street, New York 10014
Rob Garcia leads a quintet at Smalls with Josh Deutsch on trumpet, Noah Preminger on tenor saxophone, Gary Versace on piano and Kim Cass on bass.
Garcia has been praised as “a drummer of invention, grace and considerable fire.” Related work with his Rob Garcia 4 has been described by The NYC Jazz Record as “among the vanguard of modern jazz.”
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.