Julian Lage Quartet

The Julian Lage Quartet is playing the Newmark Theatre, offering a chance to hear one of contemporary jazz guitar's most distinctive voices in a quartet setting. Lage is known for his fluid playing, drawing from blues and jazz traditions while pushing into his own melodic territory. This show is an opportunity to hear his recent work and improvisational approach in a live context. This Friday, October 16, concert in Portland provides a seated theater experience, which suits Lage's nuanced playing well. Fans of modern jazz guitar, instrumental music, and intricate improvisation should find this a compelling evening.