PARKING LOT LIVE: POCKET MERCHANT

Thursday July 14, 7:00PM / RAIN OR SHINE/ BYOB

Based in the Hudson Valley, Pocket Merchant is a jazz-fusion quartet featuring Justin Geyer on keyboards, Alden Slack on saxophone, Marco Spodek on drums, and Adriana Tampasis on flute. This ensemble emerged from the group’s interest in free jazz and its collaborative, expressive style. Pocket Merchant is recognized for their big sound and groove-based energy, incorporating both through-composition and improvisation into their performances. Their music is eclectic and fun, inviting the audience with moments in their music to both reflect and dance.