Frank LaSpina Tickets

Frank LaSpina is a celebrated American jazz bassist, composer, and educator whose career spans decades of collaborations, performances, and influential recordings. Born Steven Frank LaSpina on March 24, 1954, in Wichita Falls, Texas, he established himself as a vital voice in melodic, post-bop and modern jazz. A long-standing collaborator with Jim Hall and Marian McPartland, LaSpina has shared the stage with legends like Chet Baker, Stan Getz, Mel Lewis, Benny Carter, and Pat Martino. His work as a bandleader has appeared on SteepleChase, with highlights from New Horizon (1992) through A Change in the Weather (2020) and the self-released Spit Fire, Spout Rain (2023). As an educator, his influence extends through roles at NYU, the College of Saint Rose, and William Paterson University, earning the Jazz Fellowship from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts for performance and composition.

In 2025, Frank LaSpina continues to bring his signature melodic and thoughtful approach to the stage. A live appearance is scheduled for Asheville, NC at Little Jumbo Bar on September 1, 2025, offering fans a chance to experience his nuanced bass lines and compelling compositional voice in an intimate venue. For fans seeking reliable access to fresh releases and archival favorites, official channels including his site, Bandcamp releases like Spit Fire and Spout Rain, and widespread streaming platforms remain the best way to follow his ongoing work. We've got you covered with show details, background, and direct links to official pages for the most up-to-date information.