Chuck Redd’s Very Big Band comes to The Mainstay on Saturday, July 18th for an evening that celebrates the depth, swing, and enduring vitality of big band jazz. Led by internationally acclaimed drummer and vibraphonist Chuck Redd, this performance brings together a powerful ensemble sound rooted in tradition and elevated by decades of world-class musicianship.

Chuck Redd has built a remarkable career as one of the most respected figures on the jazz scene, equally at home on drums and vibraphone. He began touring internationally at just 21 with the Charlie Byrd Trio and went on to perform across the globe, including dozens of European and Japanese tours and appearances with some of the most celebrated artists in jazz. His work has taken him to major stages including Carnegie Hall and the White House, and his playing is widely recognized for its combination of precision, energy, and melodic sensitivity.

With the…