Happy Anniversary, John Coltrane and Miles Davis
The year 2026 marks the centenary of the birth of two of the most important musicians and innovators in jazz history. We have organized two short concert series to pay tribute to them and to the timeless music they left behind, which remains very much alive through their legacy.
The musicians participating in this series maintain a direct or indirect connection with these figures, whether through friendship, having shared the stage, or in some cases, having been part of their bands. Each concert offers a different approach: depending on the project, the repertoire focuses on the universe of John Coltrane or Miles Davis, or on their influence through other composers associated with their groups.
Rick Margitza Quartet
Rick Margitza tenor sax · Will Barry piano · Jeremy Brown bass · Stephen Keogh drums
Rick Margitza is internationally recognized as one of the leading jazz saxophonists of today. After spending time in New Orleans, where he graduated, Margitza moved to New York in 1989 and soon began performing and recording with some of the most important names in jazz, including McCoy Tyner, Bobby Hutcherson, Tony Williams, Eddie Gomez, Chick Corea, Maria Schneider, Dave Douglas, and Miles Davis’ band.
He has led his own groups in performances at clubs, concert halls, and prestigious festivals worldwide. His ten albums as a leader document the evolution of his playing style as well as his growth as a composer.
Margitza has also composed works for symphony orchestra, including two symphonies and a saxophone concerto.
