4/1 Vardan Ovsepian Spiderweb Project 7pm (Mad Monkfish Concert Series)

The Mad Monkfish is happy to now offer live jazz concerts on select dates! For those who can't make it to the Jazz Baroness Room, Monkfish now streams live all of its performances on their Facebook page.

Mad Monkfish Concert Series

April 1, 2026

7pm

The “Spiderweb Project” emphasizes the choices and actions we make, sending vibrations through the wider web, affecting others and shaping our own reality. What you weave today becomes the foundation for your life tomorrow. 

Vardan Ovsepian - piano

Vinicius Gomes - guitar

Joshua Davis - bass

Austin McMahon - drums

    Vardan Ovsepian is an Armenian-born pianist/composer whose studies include Yerevan State Conservatory, Estonian Music Academy, Helsinki Jazz Conservatory, and Berklee College of Music. 

    From the early years Vardan was fascinated by the blend of western classical music with jazz, and has been in perpetual search for unique ways of incorporating the hybrid formation in his composing and improvising.     Consequently a semi-large chamber ensemble (VOCE) was formed in 2005, focusing on the cinematic approach in the musical narrative.

    Throughout the years Vardan has also developed a remarkable angular geometric world, connected to his background in chess, and his attraction to minimalism and contemporary architecture, resulting in the publication of 2 books: Mirror Exercises (2011) and Permutation Studies (2020).

    Another spotlight is the origination of the “Fractal Limit” duet with  Tatiana Parra, which has received an immense international recognition. The project showcases Vardan’s remarkable technical proficiency and capacity to articulate contrapuntal textures.

    In addition to VOCE and Fractal Limit, Vardan has collaborated with artists like Mick Goodrick, Peter Erskine, Jerry Bergonzi, Tim Miller, Ben Monder, David Binney, and has released 20+ albums as a leader and co-leader.     

    “Vardan brings his own sound and ingredients... I have never heard any    musician quite like him in terms of harmonic awareness and melodic power. I suspect that he will prove to be quite a sensation…" - Peter Erskine

NOTE:

Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere of the Jazz Baroness Room at The Mad Monkfish, where you can sip your favorite drink, savor sushi or Thai cuisine, and enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of a remarkable jazz ensemble. Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or simply seeking a delightful night out, this event promises to be a treat for your senses. To keep this vibrant jazz scene alive, we require a minimum spend of $25 per person, since all ticket proceeds go directly to the musicians. If a guest spends less than $25, the difference will be added to the check—this small gesture helps us keep the restaurant running and the music flowing. We’re grateful for your support—it’s what keeps the spirit of live jazz alive here at The Mad Monkfish.

Our full bar and food menus are available to complement the musical experience, so indulge in our renowned cuisine while supporting live jazz at The Mad Monkfish. Together, we can keep the music playing!

BIO:

Jared Sims and the Catalyst is led by Jared Sims, the 2025 Boston Music Awards Jazz Artist of the Year. The group performs original music that honors jazz tradition while pushing it forward with energy and purpose. The band delivers groove-driven, thoughtfully composed music that blends Latin and funky rhythms built on strong melodies and deep interplay. Catalyst features Sims on baritone saxophone and alto flute with Rebecca Cline on piano, Fernando Huergo on bass, and Gen Yoshimura on drums. Currently recording a new album, the group brings a modern voice to jazz—rooted in history while rhythmically fearless and relentlessly forward-looking.

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