AJS Presents: Rachel Spencer Quintet

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Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for AJS Presents: Rachel Spencer Quintet! Rachel Spencer – Trumpet Matt Maldonado – Saxophones Ben Irom – Piano Liam O’Dell – Bass Mati Soto – Drums Austin-based trumpeter Rachel Spencer is known for her expressive tone, stylistic agility, and dynamic presence as both a side musician and bandleader. She has toured internationally, most recently serving as lead trumpet on the North American Broadway tour of The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy . Described as soulful and honest, her music takes inspiration from her musical heroes such as Kenny Garrett, Blue Mitchell, Roy Hargrove, and Bobby Shew. Dr. Spencer is looking forward to releasing her debut recording, The Next Right Thing, which is pending release in early 2027. Make a donation to be recognized: Supporter Level: Donate $50 or more, and we'll mention your name as a Supporter of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series, as part of the mission to creating more sustaining performance opportunities for Austin jazz musicians! Sponsor Level: Donate $100 or more, you’ll be recognized as a Sponsor of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm.