John Yao's Triceratops Cd Release Celebration at Terraza 7 Live Music

With its dual saxophone and trombone frontline, John Yao's Triceratops is a force as formidable as the majestic three-horned dinosaur it's named after - especially with the thundering voices of Yao's trombone and saxophonists Billy Drewes and Jon Irabagon front and center.

Triceratops’ debut album, "How We Do"(set for release on October 18, 2019 via See Tao Recordings), is the latest showcase for Yao’s composing and arranging gifts, previously evidenced in his work with his own quintet and his adventurous big band, the 17-Piece Instrument. Yao’s writing for Triceratops corrals the audacious virtuosity of the three horn masters, propelled by the vigorous rhythm tandem of bassist Peter Brendler and drummer Mark Ferber....

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With its dual saxophone and trombone frontline, John Yao's Triceratops is a force as formidable as the majestic three-horned dinosaur it's named after - especially with the thundering voices of Yao's trombone and saxophonists Billy Drewes and Jon Irabagon front and center.

Triceratops’ debut album, "How We Do"(set for release on October 18, 2019 via See Tao Recordings), is the latest showcase for Yao’s composing and arranging gifts, previously evidenced in his work with his own quintet and his adventurous big band, the 17-Piece Instrument. Yao’s writing for Triceratops corrals the audacious virtuosity of the three horn masters, propelled by the vigorous rhythm tandem of bassist Peter Brendler and drummer Mark Ferber.

On "How We Do", John Yao’s Triceratops one-ups its prehistoric namesake, not only wielding its three horns with staggering power and monumental beauty, but speaking in one eloquent voice as well.

Immediately followed by the Terraza 7 Jam Session:
A straight-ahead jazz jam session for all musicians to perform and collaborate on a monthly basis in Queens, NY. All performers are welcome to sit-in and play with the house band hosted by trombonist John Yao and bassist Peter Brendler. All are welcome to join us to listen and support live jazz at one of NYC’s most vibrant venues. Music starts at 9 pm, bring your horn!

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