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You're in for a one-of-a-kind jazz experience with A Halloween Spectacular, led by renowned multi-instrumentalist Scott Robinson and his Heliotones. This Halloween run at Birdland Theater in New York brings together unusual reed and brass textures, expansive improvisation, and an atmosphere that nods to the Sun Ra-inspired Doctette/HelioSonic lineage. If you’re looking for adventurous, big-band jazz with a modern twist, secure your seats for this Halloween week of performances.

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Scott Robinson is a veteran of cutting-edge jazz, founder of ScienSonic Laboratories, and a sought-after collaborator whose work blends advanced electronics with live instrumentation. His discography as a leader/co-leader features Flow States (2020), Tenormore (2019), and Heliosonic Toneways (2017), among many acclaimed recordings. He has received multiple NEA fellowships and served as a State Department Jazz Ambassador, underscoring his stature in the jazz world.

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Birdland Theater in New York City provides an intimate setting with renowned acoustics suited for Robinson’s intricate arrangements and dynamic ensemble playing. The Halloween run includes multiple showtimes across Oct 31, 2025 and Nov 1–2, 2025, with pricing options accessible through Birdland and Live Nation listings.

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About the performer: A Halloween Spectacular showcases Scott Robinson’s Heliotones—an ensemble known for blending unconventional reed and brass timbres with large-ensemble improvisation. The project sits within the broader Doctette/HelioSonic lineage, continuing a tradition of genre-defying jazz that remains rooted in live, exploratory performance.

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Biography highlights:

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  • Renowned jazz multi-instrumentalist and founder of ScienSonic Laboratories.
  • State Department Jazz Ambassador (2001) and recipient of multiple NEA fellowships.
  • Discography highlights include Flow States (2020), Tenormore (2019), Heliosonic Toneways (2017).
  • Longstanding influence through collaborations tied to Grammy-winning projects and pioneering electro-acoustic jazz practices.

The essentials

Quick Facts About A Halloween Spectacular

  • Event: Scott Robinson's Heliotones: A Halloween Spectacular! at Birdland Theater (New York, NY) from Oct 31, 2025 to Nov 2, 2025.
  • Genre/style: Jazz with an emphasis on unusual reed/brass instruments and large-ensemble improvisation; part of the Doctette/HelioSonic lineage associated with Sun Ra-inspired aesthetics.
  • Headliner: Scott Robinson, a renowned jazz multi-instrumentalist and founder of ScienSonic Laboratories.
  • Discography (leader/co-leader): Flow States (2020) is the most recent entry, followed by Tenormore (2019) and Heliosonic Toneways (2017), among a longer list of earlier titles.
  • Major awards/achievements: State Department Jazz Ambassador (2001); four NEA fellowships; Tenormore cited as JazzTimes Best New Release (readers’ poll) and praised by Jazz Hot; several early recordings associated with Grammy-winning projects.
  • 2025 tour/dates: Birdland Theater, NYC — Oct 31, 2025 (Halloween show) and Nov 1–2, 2025 (additional performances).

The records

A Halloween Spectacular Discography

  • Flow States
    2020 · ScienSonic
  • Tenormore
    2019 · Arbors
  • Heliosonic Toneways
    2017 · ScienSonic
  • ?
    2015 · ScienSonic
  • Bronze Nemesis
    2012 · Doc-tone/ScienSonic
  • Mission In Space
    2014 · ScienSonic
  • Live at Space Farms
    2010 · ScienSonic
  • Nucleus
    2010 · ScienSonic
  • Forever Lasting
    2008 · Arbors
  • Jazz Ambassador
    2004 · Arbors
  • Summertime
    2004 · Cube Bohemia
  • Melody from the Sky
    2000 · Arbors
  • Thinking Big
    1997 · Arbors
  • Magic Eye
    1993 · Bliss
  • Winds of Change
    1990 · Multijazz
  • Multiple Instruments
    1984 · Multijazz

About the performer: A Halloween Spectacular showcases Scott Robinson’s Heliotones—an ensemble known for blending unconventional reed and brass timbres with large-ensemble improvisation. The project sits within the broader Doctette/HelioSonic lineage, continuing a tradition of genre-defying jazz that remains rooted in live, exploratory performance.

Biography highlights:

  • Renowned jazz multi-instrumentalist and founder of ScienSonic Laboratories.
  • State Department Jazz Ambassador (2001) and recipient of multiple NEA fellowships.
  • Discography highlights include Flow States (2020), Tenormore (2019), Heliosonic Toneways (2017).
  • Longstanding influence through collaborations tied to Grammy-winning projects and pioneering electro-acoustic jazz practices.

Tour and venue details:

  • Birdland Theater, New York, NY (Halloween week): October 31, 2025; November 1–2, 2025. Multiple showtimes available for each date.
  • Ticket options are listed on Birdland’s official site and Live Nation listings, with price ranges and seating details to choose from.

For fans and newcomers alike, this is a rare chance to experience a modern jazz vision that respects its roots while pushing improvisational boundaries. Reach out to us for help securing your seats—we’ve got you covered with reliable arrangements and straightforward purchasing.

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