City in a Garden Tickets

City In A Garden is a dynamic jazz and improvisation project led by pianist and composer Matt Piet. Centered on improvised pieces that honor collaborating musicians, the project blends free improvisation with chamber-like interplay, creating intimate, exploratory performances in Chicago and beyond. Recorded in Chicago for the 2018 album City In A Garden, the work features a rotating ensemble of Chicago-based collaborators and guests, including Macie Stewart, Gerrit Hatcher, Julian Kirshner, and others. Piet has been recognized as a prominent figure in the city’s improvised music scene, with frequent appearances, hosting roles, and coverage in DownBeat.

This artist page highlights City In A Garden’s biography, key discography milestones, and upcoming tour info for 2025, helping fans secure seats at intimate, high-contact performances around Chicago.

Upcoming performances in 2025 include Elastic Arts in Chicago on July 10 as part of the Improvised Music Series, and Amalgam Fest at the Hungry Brain on October 11. City In A Garden continues to release and curate innovative improvised works, with material and discography available on Bandcamp. For the latest updates, follow the project and Matt Piet across official channels andBandcamp pages, and stay tuned for chances to see the rotating ensemble live in Chicago venues and special events. We’ve got you covered for when these intimate shows come to town.