6/17 Nicholas Brust and the Rookies 7pm (Mad Monkfish Concert Series)

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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.

Nicholas Brust and the Rookies 

Mad Monkfish Concert Series

June 17, 2026

7pm

Nicholas Brust & the Rookies: High-energy jazz, rare standards & soulful originals from one of Boston’s finest multi-generational stars.

Get Ready for Nicholas Brust and the Rookies!

Nicholas Brust presents a multi-generational group of Boston's finest featuring up-and-coming stars! The show will emphasize high energy straight-ahead jazz highlighting lesser-played standard jazz repertoire and original compositions by members of the band.

Personnel:
Nicholas Brust, alto saxophone
Michael Farina, tenor saxophone
Liz Sinn, piano
Michael Figge, bass
Charlie Weller, drums

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:

Bio: “..his latest release “Daybreak” develops his voice even further with some stunning compositions and wonderful musicianship..Brust has a crystalline sound, imbued with a life force, vitality and exuberance that is both compelling and exciting..his music sounds at once completely familiar and yet also brand new; imbued with tradition while still breaking new ground..” -ukvibe.org

“the young alto saxophonist Nicholas Brust matches technical fire with emotional warmth and unhurried reflection..” -artfuse.orgWielding a unique, incisive and soulful voice as an improviser and composer, Boston-based jazz saxophonist Nicholas Brust (pronounced “Bruhst”) has established his voice in the world of modern improvised music. Nicholas has found his niche as a bandleader and sideman, taking advantage of the numerous textures and combinations available in the traditional jazz small-group format. Brust has performed and/or recorded with numerous highly acclaimed musicians, including Lage Lund, Gilad Hekselman (with bassist Jon Latona), Mark Ferber (with pianist Francesca Prihasti), The Peter Silver Big Band (sharing the stage with Roy Hargrove, Jimmy Owens, Steve Wilson and others), guitarist Ben Eunson, Kristina Koller (appearing in her Quintet at the 2020 NYC Winter Jazz Fest), and many others. Nicholas is currently on faculty at New England Conservatory as part of its Prep/Continuing Education division in addition to being an Artslink Teaching Artist for Berklee College of Music’s City Music program. Having released 2 albums as a leader, Nicholas recently recorded a third that he plans to release in 2027.

Get tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nicholas-brust-and-the-rookies-monkfish-concert-series-tickets-1988962133282