Jon Gordon Nonet
Dizzy's Club102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
At Dizzy’s Club, alto saxophonist Jon Gordon leads a nonet in “Michel,” a new Chamber Music America commission. The work is inspired by Gordon’s longtime friend Michel and Michel’s family’s escape from Nazi Germany in the late 1930s, using that history as a personal reflection on survival and hope. The billed lineup names Gordon with trombonist Alan Ferber, guitarist Alex Goodman, bassist Matt Clohesy, and drummer Mark Ferber.
Gordon is identified here as the composer and alto saxophonist behind this commissioned project. Beyond the personnel and the story behind “Michel,” the available information does not provide biographical details about his origins, earlier work, collaborators, or critical reception. What it does establish is a focused ensemble setting for a newly commissioned piece shaped by friendship, family history, resilience, and remembrance.
Dizzy's Club offers a refined jazz experience with a seating capacity of about 140, where guests enjoy live performances from world-class musicians in a room that frames sweeping views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. The venue features a full bar and a seasonal menu with sophisticated soul food, enhancing the evening beyond just the music. Shows are ticketed and typically run two sets per night, with late-night sessions available without reservation. The seating is generally first-come, first-served, encouraging early arrival for the best vantage points. The club’s location within Jazz at Lincoln Center places it in a lively cultural hub, making it ideal for a night that blends attentive listening with the pleasure of fine dining and cityscape views.