About the Band: Iron Chops Septet
Iron chops is Jon’s small jazz ensemble. The focus of the group is on a total ensemble as opposed to a guitar focused sound while playing a mix of Jon’s original works along with works from the Brazilian, Cuban, and swing/jazz repertoire. The sound of Jon’s ensemble is influenced by several groups/artists including Hank Mobley, Horace Silver, and local musicians Pete Endbloom and Chris Lonheim.
Tonight’s performances will include three original works by Jon as well as works composed or influenced by or in the style of:
-Horace Silver.
-Freddie Hubbard.
-Oscar Aleman and Sidney Bichet.
-George Benson.
-Ray Barretto.
The Band:
Flute and Tenor Saxophone: Dave Brattain
Soprano and Tenor Saxophone: Joe Mayo
Trumpet: Jake Baldwin
Keyboard: Ted Godbout
Bass: Graydon Peterson
Drums: Mac Santiago
Guitar: Jon Wood
Check out a performance of Iron Chops in April of 2019: