Thomas Linger Quartet ft. Sax Sensation Asaf Yuria and Drummer Michael Shekwoaga Ode

Step into the heart of jazz innovation as Thomas Linger, one of today’s most electrifying pianists, makes his Black Cat Residency debut. Hailing from the hills of North Carolina and now a force on the New York scene, Linger has taken the jazz world by storm — from winning the American Jazz Pianist Competition to becoming a 2023 American Pianists Awards laureate. A fixture at NYC's most iconic rooms — The Village Vanguard, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Smalls, Mezzrow — Linger brings his deeply expressive style and razor-sharp artistry to San Francisco for an intimate and unforgettable evening. Whether leading a trio or flying solo, Linger’s sound is bold, spontaneous, and full of soul — the kind of jazz that makes you lean in, listen close, and never forget. Don't miss this rare West Coast appearance from a true rising star. His latest album Out In It (Cellar Music) topped the JazzWeek charts and is a must-hear for lovers of modern piano magic. Band Lineup: Thomas Linger, composer, piano Asaf Yuria, saxophones Michael Shekwoaga Ode, drums Felix Moseholm, bass