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Greg Abate Quartet at Black Cat
Courtesy of Jason Moore | Posted on May 10, 2026
When
Fri, June 12, 2026
9:30 pm
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Greg Abate is an American jazz saxophonist, flutist, and composer known for his fiery bebop and hard-bop style. A Berklee-trained musician, he performed early in his career with Ray Charles and later with the Artie Shaw Orchestra under Dick Johnson. Over decades of international touring and recording, Abate has built a reputation as one of the leading modern interpreters of the bebop tradition.
Legendary saxophonist Phil Woods praised him, saying: “Greg Abate is one of the most exciting saxophonists around today... a hard-driving player who swings like mad.”
His accolades include induction into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame (2016), multiple appearances on the JazzWeek Chart, and longstanding recognition as a respected performer, recording artist, and educator....
