Rova returns to The Back Room with a program of new works for improvising saxophone quartet. During its 5-decade tenure on the international contemporary music scene, Rova has developed a singular body of work that explores the nexus between improvisation and composition. With breathtaking beauty and exhilarating daring, the Quartet has taken its audiences on exciting journeys through sound and time.

Closing in on their 50th anniversary of music-making, the Quartet is once again deeply engaged in rehearsals to make new work to bring the band into a new phase of creativity. Join us for two sets of new and recent works, including several pieces recently recorded for their upcoming CD release, those who…, due this fall on ESP-disk.

On saxophones:

Jon Raskin: baritone and alto
Larry Ochs: tenor and sopranino
Steve Adams: alto and sopranino
Bruce Ackley: soprano

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door general admission; $15 for students/low-income individuals. Children under 12 are free. Advance tickets are available here, or if the show is not sold out, you may purchase your tickets at the door before the show.

Doors open 30 minutes before show time. We accept cash or Venmo only at the door.

The Back Room is an all-ages, BYOB (for those 21+) space, dedicated to (mostly) acoustic music of all kinds. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages. The venue is ADA accessible. If you need more information or have any questions, please call us: #510-381-1997.

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Although masks are no longer required, we strongly encourage their use to keep everyone safe in our intimate space.

Thank you for your support!

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