Graham Dechter, Alex Frank, and Friends

Concert Details

Guitarist Graham Dechter has captivated millions with his rekindled post-war jazz sound. He has toured and recorded with many of the most celebrated names in show business. As a leader, Dechter has released six studio albums—including co-led records with jazz drummer Jeff Hamilton and longtime collaborator Alex Frank.

Alex Frank is the musical director of and bassist for Jeff Goldblum’s jazz group, the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. He has arranged or co-arranged many songs on the group’s three albums and for guest vocalists Kelly Clarkson, Fiona Apple, Gregory Porter, and Miley Cyrus. He is a graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, where he studied bass with Peter Dominguez and Eddie Gomez.

Saxophonist Walter Smith III is an adept performer, accomplished composer, and inspired educator. Smith’s 2023 release, return to casual, garnered critical acclaim from audiences and critics. He has performed all over the world at virtually every international festival and at famed venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Village Vanguard, and the Kennedy Center.

Jacob Mann is a talented pianist, composer, and arranger. In addition to touring with artists such as Rufus Wainwright and Knower, he has released multiple albums of original music for big band, piano trio, and solo synthesizer.

Drummer Ryan Shaw has worked with Michael Bublé, Seth MacFarlane, Jeff Goldblum, Gilbert Castellanos, and many more. He can be heard on various TV series and films, including the new Peanuts TV shows and specials streaming on Apple TV+. He has studied with Jeff Hamilton, Peter Erskine, Roy McCurdy, and many others.

2025 Concert Series sponsored by

Sanderson Lincoln

PNC Bank

COUNTRY Financial