# Event Details - **Event Name**: SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: “FRANK CATALANO IS JOHN COLTRANE ENERGY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY!!!” -Downbeat MagazineAbout this EventCelebrating Adolphe Sax's birthday. John Roothaan, piano - Greg Geary, bass -  Kurt Lubbe, drums.“FRANK CATALANO IS JOHN COLTRANE ENERGY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY!!!”-Downbeat MagazineFrank is the new Ambassador for Stratusphere Gin by New Amsterdam.Legendary saxman Frank Catalano consistently headlines world-class festivals and sells-out venues throughout the USA, Europe, and Japan. Thanks to his signature sound and renowned reputation, Catalano averages 150 concerts a year with his jazz quartet.As a coveted guest artist, Frank often lends his sax stylings to high-profile rock groups. Recent highlights include playing a 7-minute improvised sax solo at The Hollywood Bowl with The Smashing Pumpkins, closing out the Chicago Blues Festival with Los Lobos, and performing with Les Claypool, Sean Lennon, and the Violent Femmes. He also teamed up on a unique version of the Jane’s Addiction hit “Jane Says” with Perry Farrell, Billy Corgan, and Jimmy Chamberlin, Frank’s longtime friend and collaborator.A Belgian documentary about Frank entitled “Sugar Jazz” premiered at the Tokyo Liftoff Film Festival and has since screened worldwide. The film captures Frank’s musical essence and reveals his candid musings with the backdrop of iconic Chicago locations in the city where he was born.While just a teenager, Catalano signed to Delmark Records and released a string of critically acclaimed recordings with jazz greats including Randy Brecker, Ira Sullivan, Willie Pickens, Paul Wertico, and his mentor Von Freeman. His co-led album with Freeman, “You Talking To Me” remains a cult classic.Recent albums include “Tokyo #9” which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Jazz Charts and consistently tops Spotify and Apple Music playlists. His tribute to John Coltrane, “Love Supreme Collective”, debuted at #1 on the iTunes Jazz Charts and remains a fan favorite. Catalano’s recording with alto sax star David Sanborn, “Bye, Bye, Blackbird” dominated the Billboard Jazz Charts. Other noteworthy releases include Catalano’s widely lauded Savoy label recording “Bang!” and his live release “Mighty Burner”, which spent 20 straight weeks on the Billboard Jazz Charts. Its title track is one of Frank’s most requested songs at live shows near and far.Catalano is the only known saxophonist to perform with Miles Davis, Charles Earland, Elvin Jones, Junior Wells, Randy Brecker, Stan Getz, Betty Carter, Tito Puente, Tony Bennett, and Louie Bellson while still in high school. As a sideman, Frank has been heard by millions thanks to his collaborations with Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé, Maurice Joshua, Destiny’s Child, John Legend, Tony Bennett, Seal, and countless others.Fellow musicians respect Frank’s musical prowess as much as his upbeat personality. Frank has been profiled by numerous media outlets including Forbes, Downbeat, CMJ, JazzIz, Jazz Times, NPR, PBS, Chicago Tribune, and Huffington Post. When featured in The New York Times, the article largely focused on Frank’s vintage saxophone collection, considered one of the best and largest in the world.Catalano’s numerous accolades include an IMA award at Lincoln Center and induction into the Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame. He has featured on three Grammy‐winning and 11 Grammy-nominated recordings and received a Tech Grammy Award for his numerous patents and developments. At 19 years old, Frank was the youngest sax player to be voted into the Downbeat Critics Poll.Frank is the author of the highly-rated book “Modern Saxophone Techniques” by Hal Leonard Publishing and his song “Mighty Burner” is featured in “The Real Book Volume 6”, ensuring his influence on musicians, students, and audiences around the globe. Catalano is also on the Board of Directors for the National Saxophone Museum, a first of its kind.Frank loves composing music and holds a BA in Classical Composition from De Paul University. He and his wife Sona split their time between homes in Chicago and New York and life on the road. In his rare free time, Frank donates his musical services to charities including the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Peoples Music School, and Off The Street Club. Frank endorses Yamaha Saxophones, JodyJazz mouthpieces, D’Addario Reeds, and Rovner Ligatures. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/saxophone-colossus-frank-catalano-quartet/100001996656777169 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, festivals, art, nonprofit, charities, live-music, concerts, performances, workshops, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The North Street Cabaret - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35.71, max: 35.71, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Madison - **state**: WI - **country**: United States - **location**: The North Street Cabaret - **lat**: 43.1072866 - **long**: -89.35148439999999 - **full address**: The North Street Cabaret, 610 North Street, Madison, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/42e3b667ed655fd7496706ffd1531db081d86cd10719481d6459e8e02b14c804-rimg-w636-h378-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785866565 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET being held? - **A:** SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET takes place on Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 pm at The North Street Cabaret, 610 North Street, Madison, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET? - **A:** SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET is organized by Al Rasho. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Madison, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! FRANK CATALANO QUARTET sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "SAXOPHONE COLOSSUS! 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