Groove out with Charlie Ballantine and his trio at a special evening of jazz infused with rock and folk influences. Ballantine showcases his versatility across an impressive body of originals and standards, feathering intricate guitar grooves with complex compositions. His 2020 release, Vonnegut, features original compositions inspired by the writing of fellow Midwesterner Kurt Vonnegut. His latest, Falling Grace, offers a succinct listening experience that opens with a reverent take on Dido’s “Thank You.”
Wednesday 3/22. $20-25, 7:30pm. Belmont Arts Collaborative, 221 Carlton Rd., Ste 4. cvillejazz.org
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