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THE ENSEMBLE

JAZZ :||: SYMPOSIUM

… is a distinguished jazz ensemble dedicated to performing jazz compositions with the same reverence and fidelity as a classical orchestra approaches the works of composers like Mozart and Beethoven. The band honors the essence of each piece by presenting it in its original form—untainted and unaltered—while interpreting it at the highest level and allowing room for the improvisational talents of its members.

JAZZ :||: SYMPOSIUM continues to set a standard for how jazz can be both old school and innovative, offering audiences a musical journey that is as exhilarating as it is authentic, bridging the timeless elegance of jazz history with the dynamic energy of contemporary performance.

CURRENT LINE UP

GERRIT KINKEL :||: trumpet

JORDAN DONALD :||: alto saxophone

JAY FLAT :||: tenor saxophone

DOUG CARTER :||: piano

DAVID REYNOSO :||: upright bass

JACOB WENDT :||: drums

THE VENUE

The Cinegrill Theater at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

… has long been a cornerstone of Los Angeles’s music scene, offering an intimate and elegant setting for legendary performances. Since its establishment in the 1930s, this historic venue has attracted some of the most celebrated musicians and Hollywood celebrities, making it a beloved spot for music lovers.

During the golden age of Hollywood, the Cinegrill became renowned as a premier jazz club, where stars like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra would not only perform but also mingle with the audience. The theater’s cabaret-style shows were the talk of the town, drawing in the likes of Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, and Marilyn Monroe, who would gather to enjoy the soulful sounds of jazz in a sophisticated, yet cozy atmosphere.

The theater’s Art Deco design, with its plush seating and intricate details, provided the perfect backdrop for these unforgettable nights of music. As jazz evolved, so did the Cinegrill, hosting a new generation of performers while retaining the timeless charm that made it a favorite among both artists and audiences. Today, the Cinegrill continues to celebrate its rich jazz heritage, offering a unique blend of classic Hollywood glamour and world-class live music.

CLICK ON ANY COMPOSITION BELOW TO HEAR UNEDITED LIVE PERFORMANCES

JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Kind of Blue”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – alto sax | Jay Flat – tenor sax Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Tina Raymond – drums

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SO WHAT

Miles Davis (12:38)

FREDDY FREELOADER

Miles Davis (12:43)

BLUE IN GREEN

Miles Davis (5:21)

ALL BLUES

Miles Davis (13:22)

FLAMENCO SKETCHES

Miles Davis (9:17)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Milestones”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – alto sax | Jay Flat – tenor sax Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Tina Raymond – drums

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DR JACKLE

Jackie McLean (7:35)

SID'S AHEAD

Miles Davis (12:43)

ONE BASS HIT

Lewis/Gillespie (6:16)

MILESTONES

Miles Davis (7:40)

BILLY BOY

Traditional (6:22)

STRAIGHT NO CHASER

Thelonious Monk (11:29)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Nancy Wilson / Cannonball Adderley”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Adryon De León – vocals Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – tenor saxophone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Peter Buck – drums

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SAVE YOUR LOVE FOR ME

Buddy Johnson (2:48)

TEANECK

Nat Adderley (5:30)

NEVER WILL I MARRY

Frank Loesser (2:15)

I CAN'T GET STARTED

Vernon Duke, Ira Gershwin (6:16)

THE OLD COUNTRY

Nat Adderley, Curtis Lewis (4:23)

ONE MAN'S DREAM

Joe Zawinul, Charles Wright (6:48)

HAPPY TALK

Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II (2:28)

NEVER SAY YES

Nat Adderley (3:55)

THE MASQUERADE IS OVER

Herb Magidson, Allie Wrubel (4:45)

UNIT 7

Sam Jones (7:38)

SLEEPIN' BEE

Harold Arlen, Truman Capote (9:04)

UNHAPPY BOY

Curtis Lewis (2:24)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Somethin’ Else”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – tenor saxophone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Peter Buck – drums

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AUTUMN LEAVES

Josef Kosma, Johnny Mercer, Jacques Prevert (10:32)

LOVE FOR SALE

Cole Porter (6:05)

SOMETHIN' ELSE

Miles Davis (6:58)

ONE FOR DADDY–O

Nat Adderley (8:05)

DANCING IN THE DARK

Arthur Schwartz, Howard Dietz (4:19)

BANGOON

Hank Jones (5:08)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Clifford Brown & Max Roach”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – tenor saxophone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Kevin Van Den Elzen – drums

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DELILAH

Victor Young (7:21)

PARISIAN THOROUGHFARE

Bud Powell (7:28)

BLUES WALK

Clifford Brown (6:54)

DAAHOUD

Clifford Brown (7:01)

JOY SPRING

Clifford Brown (8:06)

JORDU

Duke Jordan (9:04)

WHAT AM I HERE FOR

Duke Ellington (6:37)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Takin’ Off”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jay Flat – tenor saxophone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Tina Raymond – drums

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WATERMELON MAN

Herbie Hancock (7:14)

THREE BAGS FULL

Herbie Hancock (7:05)

EMPTY POCKETS

Herbie Hancock (8:28)

DRIFTIN'

Herbie Hancock (8:06)

ALONE AND I

Herbie Hancock (5:48)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Maiden Voyage”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jay Flat – tenor saxophone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Tina Raymond – drums

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MAIDEN VOYAGE

Herbie Hancock (9:22)

THE EYE OF THE HURRICANE

Herbie Hancock (6:19)

LITTLE ONE

Herbie Hancock (10:22)

SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST

Herbie Hancock (8:46)

DOLPHIN DANCE

Herbie Hancock (8:44)

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JAZZ:||:SYMPOSIUM – “Blue Train”

Live at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

Gerrit Kinkel – trumpet | Jordan Donald – tenor saxophone | Quinn Carson – trombone Doug Carter – piano | Jimi Hawes – bass | Aaron Williams – drums

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BLUE TRAIN

John Coltrane (11:37)

MOMENT'S NOTICE

John Coltrane (7:56)

LOCOMOTION

John Coltrane (9:04)

I'M OLD FASHIONED

Mercer/Kern (9:56)

LAZY BIRD

John Coltrane (10:18)

all performances are recorded live in concert at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, by Nikolaus Luksch, mixed and produced by Gerrit Kinkel.