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Anthony Hervey
American trumpeter Anthony Hervey, recently named by Grammy.com as one of the "10 Emerging Artists to Know in 2023," has captivated audiences worldwide both as a sought-after sideman and a visionary bandleader. At the age of 18 he was admitted to the Juilliard School, graduating with his B.M. in 2019 and his M.M. in 2020. Frequently called upon to substitute for trumpet legend Wynton Marsalis, who has mentored him and who describes Hervey as "a beautiful trumpet player of the first magnitude," Hervey has also toured, performed, and recorded with luminaries such as Christian McBride, Jon Batiste, and Michael Bublé.
Renowned for his virtuosic trumpet playing and vocal expression, Hervey has emerged as a leading voice in jazz. As the leader of the Anthony Hervey Quintet, he is celebrated for his original compositions that blend the complexities of jazz with a wide range of influences, from ragtime to R&B. His debut album, “Words From My Horn,” showcases his talents as both trumpeter and composer, offering a rich fusion of soulful and cerebral pieces that uplift and inspire with their soulful warmth and optimism, all rooted in the blues.
In addition to leading his own band and touring, Hervey is one of the most sought-after musicians on the New York jazz scene. He performs regularly with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, the Christian McBride Big Band, the Mingus Big Band, and the Future of Jazz Orchestra. His performances have graced iconic NYC venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Blue Note, and Birdland, as well as renowned international stages including Marians Jazz Room in Bern, Switzerland, the Cotton Club in Tokyo, XJAZZ Berlin, the Marciac Jazz Festival in France, and the Monterey and Newport Jazz Festivals in the United States. While deeply rooted in the jazz tradition, Hervey's artistry transcends genre boundaries, showcasing his ability to navigate and blend diverse styles. This versatility defines him not only as a jazz musician but also as a prominent figure in the contemporary music scene. His continual exploration and redefinition of musical boundaries is poised to leave a lasting impact on modern music.
Recorded April 27th, 2024
Anthony Hervey Quintet
Live in Mexico City at the El Cantoral
Jiggy Written By Anthony Hervey
The spirit was moving in the room. People were lifted. Nothing was left unsaid through the music. An intimate and raw encore performance of the Anthony Hervey Quintet captured after a night of soul-stirring tones full of blues, swing, and beauty. This performance was made possible through a collaborative series called the NY Jazz Allstars between Jazz at Lincoln Center and DeQuinta Producciones, which presents the most prominent and current artists of the New York Jazz scene through a series of concerts and conferences in Mexico.
Better Days Written By Anthony Hervey
"Better Days" embodies that feeling of optimism you feel deep inside your bones when you believe in a dream. It comes from the message and feeling of the blues that encourage us to look towards the sun when times get hard. Through the passionate intensity of love, being a force for good, and holding onto an undying belief in the things you want to see in the future, the world can be changed.