# Event Details - **Event Name**: Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 10 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Dimitriou's Jazz Alley welcomes internationally acclaimed NEA Jazz Master Charles Lloyd. Band members joining are: Gerald Clayton (piano), Larry Grenadier (bass) & Kweku Sumbry (drums). Showtimes Thursday - Sunday at 7:30pm with a second set Saturday at 9:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm Thursday and 5:30pm Friday - Sunday. artist info NEA Jazz Masters and recipient of the Ordre de Chevalier des Arts et Lettres, Charles Lloyd, continues to elevate the art form with each performance and recording. Born in Memphis, Tennessee March 15, 1938. From an early age, Lloyd was immersed in that city's rich musical life and was exposed to jazz. He began playing the saxophone at the age of 9. Pianist Phineas Newborn became his mentor, and took him to Irvin Reason for lessons. His closest friend in high school was trumpeter, Booker Little. Lloyd worked in Phineas Sr's band, and became a sideman in the Blues bands of B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Johnnie Ace, Bobbie "Blue" Bland, and others. In 1956 Lloyd moved to Los Angeles and graduated from the University of Southern California. During this period Lloyd played in Gerald Wilson's big band, and formed his own group that included Billy Higgins, Don Cherry, Bobby Hutcherson, Scott LAFaro, and Terry Trotter. Lloyd joined Chico Hamilton in 1960. His influence as a composer quickly pushed the group in a more progressive post-bop direction when Hamilton asked him to be the group's "music director." In 1964 Lloyd left Hamilton's group to join alto saxophonist Cannonball Adderley. He recorded two albums as a leader for Columbia Records, Discovery and Of Course, Of Course; his sidemen included Gabor Szabo, Don Friedman, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Tony Williams, and Pete La Roca. In 1965 Lloyd formed a quartet with pianist, Keith Jarrett, bassist, Cecil McBee, drummer, Jack DeJohnette. It was a meeting of of straight-ahead post-bop, Free jazz, rock, and world music. Their music quickly caught the attention of jazz fans and critics. They achieved crossover success with young rock fans and became the first jazz group to play in the famed Fillmore. The album Forest Flower, Live at Monterey, sold over one million copies. When approached by pianist, Michel Petrucciani in 1981, he resumed performing for two years to help Petrucciani get a footing on the world stage, before retreating again to his secluded life in Big Sur. Following a near death experience in 1986, Lloyd decided to rededicate himself to music. In 1989, Lloyd reestablished an active touring schedule and began recording for ECM Records. Noteworthy albums include Fish Out of Water, Canto, Voice In The Night, The Water Is Wide (featuring Brad Mehldau, John Abercrombie, Larry Grenadier and Billy Higgins) Sangam with Zakir Hussain and Eric Harland. His 'New Quartet' with Jason Moran, piano, Reuben Rogers, bass and Eric Harland, drums has three recordings on ECM; Rabo de Nube (2008 ) was voted #1 recording for the 2008 Jazz Times Reader's and Critic's Poll, and Mirror ( 2010 ) and Passin’ Thru on Blue Note Records (2017). Commissioned by Jazztopad in Wroclaw, Poland to write a new composition to premiere at their 2013 festival, Lloyd wrote Wild Man Dance Suite for piano, bass, drums, cimbalom and lyra, released on Blue Note Records in April 2015. Lloyd formed a new group called The Marvels featuring Bill Frisell on guitar, Reuben Rogers, Eric Harland and Greg Leisz on steel guitar. Their first release I Long To See You (Blue Note 2016) featured guest tracks by Willie Nelson and Norah Jones. Vanished Gardens ( Blue Notes Records 2018 ) is a Marvels collaboration with the great American singer and poet, Lucinda Williams. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seattle/charles-lloyd-quartet-featuring-gerald-clayton-larry-grenadier-and-kweku-sumbry/200030254174003 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, performances, festivals, meetups, literary-art, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 14 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Seattle - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121 - **lat**: 47.61481 - **long**: -122.33969 - **full address**: 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e7baaefa795d8dfccbabe3d6567d983cea963c1abaa891efaaff76eb39267d59-rimg-w640-h320-dc030301-gmir?v=1784699277 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry being held? - **A:** Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry takes place on Thu, 10 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121. - **Q**: Who is organizing Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry? - **A:** Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry is organized by Dimitriou's Jazz Alley. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley's events? - **A:** Dimitriou's Jazz Alley has 148+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Gerald Clayton, Larry Grenadier & Kweku Sumbry 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 Seattle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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