JAVON JACKSON-JACKSON PLAYS DYLAN
Friday, Apr 10 2026 -
One Show at 7pm
Event Details
Artists and Info
Javon Jackson - Tenor Saxophone
Jeremy Manasia - Piano, Fender Rhodes
Isaac Levien - Bass, Electric Bass
Ryan Sands - Drums, Percussion
April 10 is the release date for "Jackson Plays Dylan" and Scullers is excited to host the first record release show of Jackson's tour.
"An esteemed post-bop saxophonist with gospel and blues written into his sound.” – Giovanni Russonello, New York Times
“Among the last of legendary drummer Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, Jackson has continued to deliver the message of African-American music in all its glory.” – Kevin Lowenthal, Boston Globe
Internationally acclaimed tenor saxophonist and composer Javon Jackson, who came to prominence as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, is now paying tribute to another American music master: Bob Dylan. Jackson celebrates the release of his new album “Jackson Plays Dylan” by delving into songs that span more than three decades of the legendary songwriter’s career, from still-poignant folk anthems to incisive and timeless love songs.
The release follows a pair of recordings that Jackson made with the famed poet Nikki Giovanni, both of which was nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Jazz Album.
Jackson was a member of the final edition of the Jazz Messengers, playing with Blakey from 1986 to 1990. In 1991, he made his recording debut with Me and Mr. Jones, featuring James Williams, Christian McBride, and master drummer Elvin Jones. He joined Jones’ group in 1992, appearing on the great drummer’s albums Youngblood and Going Home. Jackson’s 1994 Blue Note debut, When the Time Is Right, was a straight-ahead affair produced by iconic jazz vocalist and bandleader Betty Carter.
Joining Jackson for the Dylan release party at Scullers are Jeremy Manasia on piano/Fender Rhodes, Isaac Levien on acoustic and electric bass, and Ryan Sands on drums.
Jeremy Manasia - Piano, Fender Rhodes
Isaac Levien - Bass, Electric Bass
Ryan Sands - Drums, Percussion
April 10 is the release date for "Jackson Plays Dylan" and Scullers is excited to host the first record release show of Jackson's tour.
"An esteemed post-bop saxophonist with gospel and blues written into his sound.” – Giovanni Russonello, New York Times
“Among the last of legendary drummer Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, Jackson has continued to deliver the message of African-American music in all its glory.” – Kevin Lowenthal, Boston Globe
Internationally acclaimed tenor saxophonist and composer Javon Jackson, who came to prominence as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, is now paying tribute to another American music master: Bob Dylan. Jackson celebrates the release of his new album “Jackson Plays Dylan” by delving into songs that span more than three decades of the legendary songwriter’s career, from still-poignant folk anthems to incisive and timeless love songs.
The release follows a pair of recordings that Jackson made with the famed poet Nikki Giovanni, both of which was nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Jazz Album.
Jackson was a member of the final edition of the Jazz Messengers, playing with Blakey from 1986 to 1990. In 1991, he made his recording debut with Me and Mr. Jones, featuring James Williams, Christian McBride, and master drummer Elvin Jones. He joined Jones’ group in 1992, appearing on the great drummer’s albums Youngblood and Going Home. Jackson’s 1994 Blue Note debut, When the Time Is Right, was a straight-ahead affair produced by iconic jazz vocalist and bandleader Betty Carter.
Joining Jackson for the Dylan release party at Scullers are Jeremy Manasia on piano/Fender Rhodes, Isaac Levien on acoustic and electric bass, and Ryan Sands on drums.
All GA sections (Main Floor GA & Miles Davis Mezzanine) will be seated by host and are first come, first served (other than where a reserved sign is posted to table). If you require special seating, please call the venue for accommodations no later than 48 hours prior to show date.
Please note: If you do not purchase all seats at a table, other customers may be seated with you.
Small plate food available in the jazz club. We are not offering dinner/show packages for this show.
The Fusion loumge on the third floor offers an a la carte menu and opens at 5pm dinner.
ALL TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-EXCHANGEABLE.
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