The Derek Banach Quintet takes to the stage as they explore iconic works of the 50’s and 60’s with a focus on compositions by Donald Byrd and Duke Pearson.

Featured musicians include: David Bernot, Keith Oxman, Tom Amend, Dave Hanson, Andrew Rose and Todd Reid

Colorado native Derek Banach has performed professionally for 26 years in a variety of settings from Jazz to Hip-Hop, Salsa, Classical, and Reggae. His roots are firmly set in the Hard-Bop stylings of 60’s period icons such as Lee Morgan, Freddie Hubbard and Woody Shaw. Derek’s quintet album, “Tugende” displays his composing talents and personal approach to trumpet playing. He has recorded with Italian producer Nicola Conte, Quintetto X, Paul Mulliken and has performed with Wynton Marsalis, Richie Cole, Joe Bonner and Ron Miles.