DABIN RYU - Kevin Sun - Simon Willson - Set and Session
Close Up154 Orchard St, New York 10002
Dabin Ryu’s late-night residency continues with a set by Ryu on piano, Kevin Sun on saxophone and Simon Willson on bass, followed by an open session.
Ryu is an award-winning jazz pianist and composer from Seoul, South Korea, now based in New York. A Berklee, Manhattan School of Music and Juilliard graduate, she has worked with Ralph Peterson, Billy Harper, Randy Brecker, Johnathan Blake, Anat Cohen and David Virelles, among others. She won the 15th UNISA International Piano Competition and the 2025 Jazz Gallery Residency Commission, and was named a 2026 Gilmore Rising Star.
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.