The Chris Greene Quartet has been a highly visible part of Chicago’s jazz scene since 2005, and has maintained a stable lineup from the beginning, with the exception of Steve Corley, who has held the drum chair since 2011. Damian Espinosa on piano and keyboards, and Marc Piane on acoustic and electric basses, have been onboard since the beginning. Unique among Chicago bands, most of whom feature, by necessity, constantly shifting personnel, the CGQ has been able to develop a true group sound and feel, harking back to bands from the classic age of jazz when groups could stay together for long periods of time. While honoring the tradition, the CGQ incorporates elements of funk, hip-hop, rock, pop, the blues and reggae, reflecting their diverse backgrounds. CGQ was also recently honored at the 2018 Chicago Music Awards with an award for “Best Jazz Entertainer” and was voted 2022's "Best Jazz Ensemble" in the Chicago Reader's "Best of Chicago" Reader's Poll - the 2nd time they've received this honor! "[...] a hearty tone and sharp wit...a proud descendant of such '60s, soul-jazz saxophonists as Gene Ammons and Eddie Harris.”-- DownBeat Magazine ?“Chris Greene is a Chicago jazz treasure.”-Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune. ?Chris Greene - saxes Damian Espinosa - piano Marc Piane - bass Steve Corley - drums Learn More: website | Twitter | YouTube --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Food & Drink: We have food and a selection of beverages (sodas, beer, and wine) for sale onsite at Colvin House! Guests can order from a limited menu each week. Please note that we do not allow outside food or drinks at Colvin Concerts. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Parking Info: The first 15 cars can park FREE at George B. Swift Elementary School, just two blocks west of Colvin House (as space allows). Please come to Colvin House's back door (off Thorndale Ave) first to receive a parking permit from staff who will provide further instructions. We also recommend The Malibu Condominiums (6007 N Sheridan) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. This parking can be validated by Colvin House for $2.00 off. Those valet rates are as follows: · 1 Hour: $6 · 2 Hours: $10 · 3 Hours: $11 · 4 Hours: $13 We recommend arriving early if you need to park. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Please only register / RSVP if you can attend. If plans change, please cancel your reservation or email us at support@creativecoworking.com + We recommend registering tickets as a group (under one name) so our staff can plan to seat your party together. +Keep an eye on this link and your inbox (once you register) for any announcements in the case of a postponement. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When you enter Colvin House or any Creative Coworking event, you enter an area where photography may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to photography and its release, publication, or reproduction to be used for news, promotional purposes, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by Creative Coworking. You release Creative Coworking, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, digitizing, or publication and use of photographs and/or computer images. By entering the premises during an event, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use, irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by Creative Coworking or the person or entity designated to do so. By purchasing a ticket with this notice provided, you have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the event. If you predict this being personally problematic for you, but you still wish to attend the event, please reach out to our staff in advance of the event to let us know, so we can take steps to protect your privacy.