Aden Stier Quartet

media release: BlueStem Jazz presents Aden Stier Quartet

Aden Stier is a bassist, composer, and multi instrumentalist from Madison, Wisconsin. A versatile composer and improviser, Aden hopes to draw inspiration from the whole scope of American music. Aden performs regularly in Wisconsin and Illinois as a leader and co-collaborator. Current projects include, Aden Stier Quintet, Stier/Sundstrom Double Quartet, Aden Stier Bell Ensemble, Jazz Flux, D'funk and the Grease Monkeys, Roman Sextet, and the Latin Jazz Jam at Zuzu's. Aden Holds a Bachelors in Music Performance from UW Madison. 

Maggie Cousin is a multi-woodwind playing based in Chicago Illinois. Playing alto and sopranino saxophone, bass clarinet, and Akai EWI- Maggie has a totally unique sound concept that stretches across many styles. Her current projects include D'funk and the Grease Monkeys and Marquette Park Composer Workshop.

Jack Johnson is a pianist originally from Beloit, WI. Currently based in Madison, Jack is an active member of the improvised music scene. Currently he co-hosts the Feestet Jam session and the Zuzus latin jazz jam. He also regularly performs with the groups Feestet and Contraband.

Jordan Kowalski is a drummer and academic in Madison, Wisconsin. Influenced by an eclectic mix of music from around the world, Jordan has developed a unique voice that sounds as at home in avant-garde contemporary music as it does in the deeply rooted traditional. He believes music has the power to transcend societal boundaries and his artistic philosophy centers community and connectedness.

This event is BYOB. Presented by BlueStem Jazz:

https://bluestemjazz.org/

and Audio for the Arts:

https://audioforthearts.com/