Daniel Bennett Group to perform CD release concert in Vernon Hills

The Daniel Bennett Group is celebrating the release of their new album titled "New York Nerve."

New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett is joined by master percussionist Koko Bermejo (drums/keyboard) and renowned bassist Kevin Hailey. The group will play a special CD release concert for the Cook Memorial Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11. The concert will be held at the Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. The concert is free and open to the public.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette described Bennett's music as "modern jazz, surf rock and avant-pop." Timeout New York chronicled Daniel Bennett's pioneering spirit during COVID-19, highlighting Bennett's leadership during the global pandemic. The UK Jazz Journal called Bennett "an outspoken voice of hope."

Bennett's 2021 album release, "New York Nerve," was conceived outside under snow-covered heat lamps at New York City jazz clubs. The Daniel Bennett Group was the first jazz ensemble to record in Manhattan after studios reopened in 2020.

Bennett is a touring clinician and associate director of the New York Jazz Academy in Times Square. Bennett recently played woodwinds in "Blank! The Musical," the first fully improvised musical to launch on a national stage.

To register for the concert, visit cooklib.libnet.info/event/5479927. Masks are required.

For more information about the Daniel Bennett Group, visit www.danielbennettgroup.com.

For information about other Cook Memorial Public Library programs and events, visit www.cooklib.org.