Via email from Jazz St. Louis director of operations Bob Bennett, it's been announced that due to "circumstances beyond our control," the performances by pianist Jason Moran scheduled for January 30 through February 2 at Jazz at the Bistro have been postponed.Moran's appearance will be rescheduled for some time during the Bistro's 2008-09 season. In the meantime, pianist Taylor Eigsti (pictured) and his trio have been booked for a return appearance at the Bistro to fill the dates vacated by Moran. Tickets for Moran's sets can be used for the same dates and times to hear Eigsti, or purchasers can return them to the point of purchase for a full refund.
It's too bad St. Louis jazz fans won't get a chance to hear Moran this year, as he's an interesting and significant musician, but I'm pleased to hear that the Bistro is planning to rebook the dates. On the other hand, I can't get too excited about Eigsti's return; his chops are undeniable, but I find his music rather glib, more a series of admittedly impressive technical demonstrations than a coherent and/or soulful personal statement. Your mileage, of course, may vary. Did anyone catch one of Eigsti's performances at the Bistro last season and, if so, what did you think?
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