Jon Gagan Quartet Tickets

Jon Gagan is a versatile bassist and composer whose career spans collaborative projects, world/jazz/funk ensembles, and solo instrumental releases. Best known as the longtime bassist for Ottmar Liebert, Gagan contributed to numerous Liebert albums and toured extensively with Luna Negra, helping shape a distinctive sound that blends melodic bass lines with rich, global influences. He has also led the Transit quartet, releasing Transit (2004) and Transit 2 (2007) on Shanachie Records, solidifying his reputation as a leader and bandmate who brings tight arrangements and engaging grooves to the stage.

Beyond collaborations, Gagan has a prolific solo catalog on Bandcamp, including Still. Life. (2024), Dusk (2018), Dusk Volume 2 (2021), Aurora (2020), Ellipse (2021), and ELECTRIC (2019). In 2025, Wisconsin (bandcamp track, released February 8, 2025) credits Gagan on bass and features collaborations with fellow musicians like Bert Dalton. He also collaborates in What The What, a Santa Fe world/jazz/funk trio with releases such as What The What (2015) and ongoing live appearances, including a 2025 Santa Fe show at Unit B.

Whether performing with established acts or leading his own projects, Jon Gagan brings a singer-songwriter’s sensitivity to instrumental works and a bandleader’s clarity to complex arrangements. This page highlights his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming appearances, to help fans secure their seats and follow a standout career in modern jazz and beyond.

Upcoming appearances are announced as they’re scheduled. While venues and dates vary, you can rely on our straightforward, no-fuss ticket-purchasing process. We’ve got you covered for Jon Gagan Quartet performances in venues across the country, including Santa Fe and other hubs where jazz and world-influenced sounds thrive. For the most current show info, check our listings and secure your seats when you find a date that fits your calendar.

Social connections: The Jon Gagan projects showcase collaborations primarily through Bandcamp pages and group releases, including What The What. Links below connect you with official music pages and performances, all opened in a new tab for your convenience.

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