Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Spiva Jr. could not have chosen a better name for his malleable ensemble, Bridge to Everywhere. The name embodies his compositional and cultural ethos clearly and succinctly. At a time when our society needs bridges more than ever, Spiva’s music connects music from all over the world with his own American identity. His second album, American Mirror, places rhythmic and melodic foundations from West and North Africa, India, Eastern Europe, and Appalachia seamlessly within the realm of modern American classical music. American Mirror proposes that diverse musical cultures can become even more beautiful when they exist and collaborate together. It is a musical metaphor for how disparate segments of American society, which has roots all over the world, can be truly harmonious. 

For over a decade, The Vinny Golia Sextet has dedicated itself to the compositions of Los Angeles creative music legend and multi-instrumentalist Vinny Golia. Juxtaposing composition with dynamic improvisation, Golia's music engages the mind and the heart, and radiates an enigmatic spirit that has inspired generations of musicians. Trajectory presents an epic collection of music written and performed in every-evolving ways over the last 10+ years, and features an adventurous lineup that shines on Golia’s unique approach to modern jazz language. 

Multi-talented bassist, composer and producer Zack Teran assembles a quartet of like-minded colleagues to present a strong original sound on his debut, Portalis. Teran adroitly balances a rhythmic groove informed by modern electronic music with the harmonic contours of modern jazz and timbral spectrum of mid-2000s indie rock, and vividly channels his impressions from time spent in the mountain landscapes of the American West. 

Brimming with cheeky humor and fearless creativity, Quoan's Fine Dining tips its hat to the historic lineage of the modern, chord-less jazz quartet with an album that feels classic yet new, biting yet sweet, and that overflows with virtuosity and character. Featuring Brian Walsh (clarinets), Daniel Rosenboom (trumpets), Sam Minaie (bass), and Mark Ferber (drums).

     On Imaginary Hero, the new album from saxophonist, flutist, and composer Evan Francis, delivers wildly dynamic music drawing from a compelling array of stylistic flavors. His cool and steadfast band, The Evan Francis Group navigates his slyly shifting compositions with poise, while virtuoso soloists burst with thrilling alacrity. Imbued with thick funk, tasty beats, gritty soul, and firm roots in jazz and Afro-Cuban music, Imaginary Hero moves the dialog ahead with assured vision.