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SUMMARY:Jazz Concert: Richard Drexler Trio
DESCRIPTION:Multi-instrumentalist Richard Drexler is a composer, arranger, and producer whose career spans decades of stylistic range and global performance.\nA native of Illinois, he has been based in Florida since 1985, building an international reputation through extensive touring and collaborations with some of jazz’s most respected artists.\nSince 2001, Drexler has been a regular touring member of the Jeff Berlin Trio, and has also appeared with ensembles such as the Woody Herman Orchestra and trombonist John Allred.\nOver the years, he has accompanied legendary vocalists including Mel Tormé, Tony Bennett, Diahann Carroll, Frankie Laine, Bob Dorough, and Mose Allison, among many others.\nIn addition to performing, he serves as an adjunct faculty member in the jazz department at the University of Central Florida in Orlando and maintains a private teaching studio.\nHighly active in the recording world, Drexler has performed on or produced more than 100 albums, covering genres as diverse as salsa, avant-garde, country, and even thrash metal with Saigon Kick. He has also collaborated extensively with guitarist, composer, and producer Richie Zellon on releases for the Songosaurus label, known for its fusion of jazz with South American rhythms.\nDrexler’s own recording career began with his 1978 debut album Flaming Spirit, featuring notable musicians Dave Liebman, Tom Harrell, Steve LaSpina, and Clay Hulet. As a composer and arranger, his work spans chamber music, symphonic pieces, concertos, and dozens of recorded jazz compositions.\nA defining thread in his music is the integration of classical traditions with jazz and Latin influences.\nGeneral Admission paid at the door: $30 for Jazz Society and Veterans Memorial Center members, $35 for guests, students are FREE. Bring your own snacks and drinks (the venue does not allow us to sell food or drinks). Tables, chairs and a beautiful view of the river are provided.\n
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>Multi-instrumentalist Richard Drexler is a composer, arranger, and producer whose career spans decades of stylistic range and global performance.</p>
<p>A native of Illinois, he has been based in Florida since 1985, building an international reputation through extensive touring and collaborations with some of jazz’s most respected artists.</p>
<p>Since 2001, Drexler has been a regular touring member of the Jeff Berlin Trio, and has also appeared with ensembles such as the Woody Herman Orchestra and trombonist John Allred.</p>
<p>Over the years, he has accompanied legendary vocalists including Mel Tormé, Tony Bennett, Diahann Carroll, Frankie Laine, Bob Dorough, and Mose Allison, among many others.</p>
<p>In addition to performing, he serves as an adjunct faculty member in the jazz department at the University of Central Florida in Orlando and maintains a private teaching studio.</p>
<p>Highly active in the recording world, Drexler has performed on or produced more than 100 albums, covering genres as diverse as salsa, avant-garde, country, and even thrash metal with Saigon Kick. He has also collaborated extensively with guitarist, composer, and producer Richie Zellon on releases for the Songosaurus label, known for its fusion of jazz with South American rhythms.</p>
<p>Drexler’s own recording career began with his 1978 debut album Flaming Spirit, featuring notable musicians Dave Liebman, Tom Harrell, Steve LaSpina, and Clay Hulet. As a composer and arranger, his work spans chamber music, symphonic pieces, concertos, and dozens of recorded jazz compositions.</p>
<p>A defining thread in his music is the integration of classical traditions with jazz and Latin influences.</p>
<p>General Admission paid at the door: $30 for Jazz Society and Veterans Memorial Center members, $35 for guests, students are FREE. Bring your own snacks and drinks (the venue does not allow us to sell food or drinks). Tables, chairs and a beautiful view of the river are provided.</p>

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