UMASS Lowell has turned out some excellent musicians over the years and the Mill City Trio is no exception. Formed in 2005, this jazz trio has released two critically acclaimed CDs: 2006's Solstice and last year's Down Deep. The strength of the music lies in the interplay between the two guitars handled expertly by Jamie Dunphy and Greg Passler. The effect is a hypnotic, dreamy sound canvas that threatens to explode at any given moment but which remains inward and controlled. Completing the trio is percussionist Anthony D'Anna whose inventive playing compliments the two guitars perfectly.
Tomorrow night the MCT take the stage at the Acton Jazz Cafe. Listed among Downbeat Magazine's "100 Great Inernational Jazz Clubs" the cafe remains a hidden jewel, it's cozy, low-key atmosphere creating the perfect backdrop for an intimate night of music. (And they've got a great wine and beer list!) Show starts at 7:00PM.
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