Patrick Cornelius Quintet
Smalls183 West 10th Street, New York 10014
Patrick Cornelius leads a quintet featuring Simon Moullier on vibraphone, Manuel Valera on piano, Peter Slavov on bass and Rudy Royston on drums. Cornelius plays alto saxophone.
A New York-based alto saxophonist, composer and bandleader, Cornelius has been called “self-assured” and “resourceful” by The New York Times, “Elegant” and “Extraordinary” by DownBeat, and “Bold and Gifted” by All About Jazz. His 2020 album Acadia: Way of the Cairns was named among BBC Music Magazine’s best albums of 2020; JazzTimes called it “thoughtful and ambitious.”
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.