Jazz Vespers: Ras Burnett, Amanda Monaco, Hill Greene

NYC's unique jazz prayer service, Sundays at 5 since 1965. All are welcome. Free to attend! This week, we welcome Ras Burnett (sax), Amanda Monaco (guitar), and Hill Greene (bass). About Ras Burnett Ras Burnett is a Brooklyn born saxophonist, flautist, composer, writer and educator. He hails from a musical family via his grandfather (known as "Ted Barnet" professionally) and father, both saxophonist/composers. He studied music with both, concurrent with engagement in public school bands from 5th grade through high school. In 1987 he began performing in local reggae bands and African drum ensembles concurrent with his lifelong jazz/free jazz engagement. In 2018 he received a BA in Music Studies from SUNY/Empire State College and in August 2023, his MFA in Music Composition from Vermont College of Fine Arts. He is a recipient of grants from The Jerome Foundation, New Music USA and Media Alliance Inc. His upcoming recording, scheduled for October 2024, is "Celebration Conference" on Unseen Rain Records. Ras believes in the power of creative music and its effect on social and personal change. More Info below.