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Jazz & Blues

John Vanore & Abstract Truth

October 15 at 7:30pm

At Chris' Jazz Cafe

Center City West, Philadelphia

Try the short rib raviolis
Enjoy a well-crafted drink at the bar
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Trumpeter John Vanore leads his 12-member ensemble, Abstract Truth, through lush big-band arrangements. Expect crackling improvisation and a performance steeped in the legacy of Oliver Nelson.

John Vanore

John Vanore

Philadelphia jazz trumpeter and big-band leader

Headliner


John Vanore is a trumpeter, composer, educator and record producer with over four decades of experience, raised in the Philadelphia suburbs and now leading the 12‑member ensemble Abstract Truth.

Abstract Truth

Abstract Truth

Philadelphia big‑band jazz ensemble


Abstract Truth is a 12‑member ensemble that performs lush big‑band arrangements and improvisations, drawing on the legacy of Oliver Nelson.

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