Arts and Entertainment

A Night in Birdland with the Duane Squire Smith Jazz Quintet

May 12 2026

6:00 p.m.
ODU Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries 4509 Monarch Way, Norfolk, VA, 23508, Price: Price may vary

Arts@ODU are pleased to present the Duane Squire Smith Quintet for an evening of live jazz at the Gordon Art Galleries in coordination with the exhibition Samuel Kahn, Ph.D. + Friends. Trumpet player Duane Squire Smith is a leading figure in the Tidewater’s musical community, spreading his musical roots from his upbringing in New York to the region. A naturalist and ardent jazz devotee, Kahn created works replete with unique avian representations and references to jazz standards.

Duane Squire Smith, trumpets
Michael Hawkins, bass
Weldon Hill, piano
Jason Arce, saxophone
Kofi Shepsu, drums
Michon David, guest vocal

 

We invite you to a night of music with some of Hampton Roads’ top jazz musicians and an after-hours presentation of the one-of-a-kind exhibition.
Seating at this intimate showcase is limited, so purchase tickets soon!

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