Playing at The Bowery Mission in NYC
Playing at The Bowery Mission in NYC
Max has been playing music since 5 years old. He started on piano and it has been his main instrument for a while, but he is starting to branch out into guitar, bass and vocals as of last year. A lover of all genres, his main influences consist of Jacob Collier, Keith Jarrett, Stevie Wonder, Pat Metheny, Childish Gambino, D'angelo and T
Max has been playing music since 5 years old. He started on piano and it has been his main instrument for a while, but he is starting to branch out into guitar, bass and vocals as of last year. A lover of all genres, his main influences consist of Jacob Collier, Keith Jarrett, Stevie Wonder, Pat Metheny, Childish Gambino, D'angelo and Tyler the Creator. The Bowery Jazz Messengers are a project Max is excited to build with his killin' musical peers, and can't wait for what's to come.
Co-bandleader Andrew is a high school student and has been playing drums and percussion for 7 years. He has performed in rock and jazz bands and is a student of Master drummer Michael Carvin.
Hi, my name is Seif! Before I introduce myself, it's pronounced the same way you'd say 'safe'. I'm 16 years old and from the South Bronx, where my musical influences came from. My favorite genres are Funk and Soul, and I try to put a bit of soul in everything I do. That's all! .
Misha is a junior high school student who plays congas and is an aspiring rapper.
Ben is a gifted and talented young musician who attends LaGuardia High School. At a very young age, Ben developed his love of jazz music. Being a multi-instrumentalist, Ben loves playing to live audiences with his peers, professional musicians and his own jazz ensemble. Ben is thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the Bowery Jazz Messengers.