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The Blake Shaw Quintet is a dynamic jazz ensemble known for original material and inventive arrangements of standards. Led by Blake Shaw on bass and vocals, the group brings a vocal-led, ensemble-driven sound that blends tight storytelling with intricate instrumental interplay. Based in the United States, they tour with a focus on engaging performances that showcase genre-bending improvisation and accessible, compelling jazz.
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Core members include Blake Shaw (bass/vocals), Christopher Jensen (drums), Dan Padley (guitar), Ryan Smith (sax/woodwinds), and Nolan Schroeder (tenor sax/bassoon). This tight-knit lineup delivers a cohesive, energetic sound whether in intimate clubs or larger venues.
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For fans and new listeners alike, the Quintet's live shows are about connection—secure your seats to experience the blend of original compositions with inventive interpretations of beloved standards. We’ve got you covered for a seamless, no-fuss ticket experience.
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Selected highlights from their journey include early recognition with a Blues Challenge win in 2011, and notable runs as a semi-finalist in the International Blues Challenge and the Kings of Beale Street Competition. The duo of releases in 2019, It Happened. and Listen Hear, both self-released, showcase the group’s evolving voice and craft. A recent single, Take the A Train (2020), presents an arranged interpretation that underscores the Quintet’s ability to reimagine classics with modern sensibilities.
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In 2025, fans can catch the Blake Shaw Quintet performing Bawdy Baw Ha Ha at The Englert Theatre in Iowa City on December 13, 2025. Whether you’re a longtime listener or a curious newcomer, the Quintet offers a compelling live jazz experience that blends technical mastery with soulful expressiveness.
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Socials: stay connected with the band on Instagram, Facebook, and Bandcamp for updates, releases, and behind-the-scenes looks into rehearsals and shows. Follow and engage with official pages to keep up with new music, tour stops, and ticket availability.
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Selected highlights from their journey include early recognition with a Blues Challenge win in 2011, and notable runs as a semi-finalist in the International Blues Challenge and the Kings of Beale Street Competition. The duo of releases in 2019, It Happened. and Listen Hear, both self-released, showcase the group’s evolving voice and craft. A recent single, Take the A Train (2020), presents an arranged interpretation that underscores the Quintet’s ability to reimagine classics with modern sensibilities.
In 2025, fans can catch the Blake Shaw Quintet performing Bawdy Baw Ha Ha at The Englert Theatre in Iowa City on December 13, 2025. Whether you’re a longtime listener or a curious newcomer, the Quintet offers a compelling live jazz experience that blends technical mastery with soulful expressiveness.
Socials: stay connected with the band on Instagram, Facebook, and Bandcamp for updates, releases, and behind-the-scenes looks into rehearsals and shows. Follow and engage with official pages to keep up with new music, tour stops, and ticket availability.
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