Saxophone-led, Arman Sangalang Quartet, performs at Merrimans' Playhouse in South Bend

Cheryl Morey, South Bend Tribune
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Chicago-based saxophonist Arman Sangalang and his quartet perform Nov. 30, 2023, at Merrimans’ Playhouse in South Bend.
Chicago-based saxophonist Arman Sangalang and his quartet perform Nov. 30, 2023, at Merrimans’ Playhouse in South Bend.
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SOUTH BEND — The Arman Sangalang Quartet performs at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Merrimans’ Playhouse, 401 E. Colfax Ave., Suite 135.

Primarily based in Chicago and led by saxophonist Arman Sangalang, the quartet balances intricate compositions rooted in jazz with genre-bending improvisation to create a landscape of modern textures and soundscapes.

The quartet also includes guitarist Dave Miller, bassist Katie Ernst and drummer Devin Drobka.

Sangalang released his debut album, “Quartet,” on Aug. 4.

In 2023, Sangalang was selected to be part of the Boysie Lowery Living Jazz Residency in Delaware. In 2022, IRIS, a collective formed by him, was one of four groups across the U.S. selected for the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Academy.

Chicago-based saxophonist Arman Sangalang and his quartet perform Nov. 30, 2023, at Merrimans’ Playhouse in South Bend.
Chicago-based saxophonist Arman Sangalang and his quartet perform Nov. 30, 2023, at Merrimans’ Playhouse in South Bend.

Sangalang holds a bachelor’s degree in jazz studies (saxophone) from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, and a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University.

Tickets are $10-$5.

For more information, call 574-310-9977 or visit merrimansplayhouse.org and armansangalang.com.

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