John Harmon: Book Reading & Solo Piano Concert

JOHN HARMON:  BOOK READING & SOLO PIANO CONCERT.  Pianist, composer, and author, Harmon will read excerpts from his new book, From the Heart: The Story of Matrix. In 1974, nine musicians led by Harmon came together in Appleton, Wisconsin, to form Matrix, a jazz fusion ensemble. The group rose to prominence through performances on the festival circuit, including the Monterey Jazz Festival and Newport Jazz Festival.  The program will also include the world premiere of a 25-minute video for Harmon’s Earth Day Portrait.  Following the video, Harmon will perform a solo jazz piano set consisting of his own compositions.  Arts+Literature Laboratory, 111 S. Livingston St.  7pm.  Tickets $10/$15/$20.