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CompCord Ensemble Featuring Dick Griffin Performs at The Delancey
Legendary trombonist and composer Dick Griffin joins the CompCord Ensemble for an evening of adventurous music bridging jazz, experimental, and contemporary composition.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:00am
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Composers Concordance is presenting an electrifying evening of music on Thursday, April 2 at The Delancey in New York City, featuring the CompCord Ensemble with legendary trombonist and composer Dick Griffin. The program will include the premiere of works by composer and guitarist Gene Pritsker, as well as compositions by Griffin and the visionary Sun Ra, with special guest violinist Lara St. John adding her virtuosic artistry to the eclectic lineup.
Why it matters
The CompCord Ensemble's performance at The Delancey celebrates innovation, improvisation, and the enduring spirit of creative music, bringing together acclaimed artists from across the jazz, experimental, and contemporary classical spheres for a bold, immersive listening experience.
The details
The CompCord Ensemble's program will feature the premiere of Pritsker's Renaissance Changes and Hokum, alongside Griffin's Sometimes I Feel Your Pain and Let's Take a Chance, as well as music by Sun Ra. The ensemble includes Pritsker on guitar, Jennifer Vincent on bass, Dave Cossin on drums, and acclaimed poet Robert C. Ford, with special guest violinist Lara St. John.
- The performance will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
The players
Dick Griffin
A legendary trombonist and composer renowned for his groundbreaking work with icons such as Abdullah Ibrahim, Roland Kirk, and Sun Ra.
Gene Pritsker
A composer and guitarist who is part of the CompCord Ensemble.
Lara St. John
A virtuosic violinist who is a special guest performer for the event.
The Delancey
The venue hosting the CompCord Ensemble performance in New York City.
Composers Concordance
The organization proudly presenting the electrifying evening of adventurous music.
The takeaway
The CompCord Ensemble's performance at The Delancey showcases the vibrant and boundary-pushing creative music scene in New York City, bringing together acclaimed artists from diverse backgrounds to present an innovative and genre-defying program that celebrates the power of collaborative, experimental artistry.
