DOLPHIN HYPERSPACE

Nicole McCabe – A native of Marin County, California, this saxophonist and composer found her way to Los Angeles and earned her Master’s from the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music. She was mentored by musical luminaries such as Vince Mendoza, Patrice Rushen and Russell Ferrante. LA has had a huge influence on her style, finding herself in a vibrant music community pushing boundaries with labels such as Brainfeeder and Minaret Records. Nicole has achieved success not only with her own music, but also in collaborations with names such as David Binney, Louis Cole and many others.

Logan Kane – If you hang around the Los Angeles music scene, chances are you’ve heard of bassist and composer Logan Kane. He has toured with such prominent artists as David Binney, Louis Cole, Chris Potter, Becca Stevens, Joel Ross, Steve Lehman and Damion Reid. Inspired by the current musical resurgence in his hometown of Los Angeles, Logan Kane brings a unique and innovative compositional style to the international jazz world. Logan is also the bassist for the punk-funk band Thumpasaurus.

Support: Ochre
One of the keywords for Ochre is balance. They strive for enchanting effects of repetition while simultaneously maintaining variation to captivate attention. They aim to overcome the uncertainty of chaos and abstraction, immersing themselves in soothing melodies, harmonies, and textures. The joy of improvisation and personal expression takes center stage, with a commitment to the broader scope of the music. Ochre seeks a kind of musical “middle way” by embracing the full spectrum of human experience. The music of Ochre draws inspiration from various sources, resulting in a natural blend of jazz, folk, and classical music.