The ensemble began in Brooklyn rehearsal spaces, testing arrangements after late-night sets. Over a decade, that loose collaboration coalesced into an ongoing residency roster built on instinctive timing, unamplified wood tones, and room-calibrated dynamics.
Rather than rotating anonymous session players, Cadence maintains an enduring circle of artists who share repertoire language. That stability lets us pivot cleanly from classic mid-century modal charts to original compositions across festivals and private salon stages.
Calibrated to your room
Piano, bass, and brushed drums
Designed for listening rooms, private dinners, and cocktail receptions requiring delicate acoustic presence without overwhelming table conversation.
The core hard-bop line
Adding tenor saxophone and trumpet creates crisp contrapuntal horn heads, hard-swinging tempos, and vibrant improvisation suited for festival stages and auditoriums.
Full septet with three horns
Expands the sonic palette with custom three-horn orchestrations, rich harmonic pads, and expansive dynamic swing for marquee evening showcases.
Reserve session dates
Review live session recordings from our recent performances or submit your venue schedule to discuss calendar availability and acoustic requirements.