MIKE PAUERS QUINTET – Latin Jazz

-Mike Pauers is a baritone saxophonist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  He studied saxophone and clarinet with the legendary musician and educator Joe Aaron for ten years, and received additional instruction from Curt Hanrahan (UWM) and the great Ronnie Cuber.  Mike can be seen around Milwaukee with his own groups, but also with the Latin jazz and salsa powerhouse De La Buena.

-Inspired by his studies with Ronnie Cuber, and his assistance with the recent biography of Pepper Adams, Mike Pauers merged his admiration of these two giants of jazz baritone sax with his love of Latin jazz.  Calling upon the expert musicianship of his friends from De La Buena, together, these musicians will present the music of Adams and Cuber in a unique fusion of hardbop harmonies and Afro-Caribbean rhythms that will entice casual listeners and jazz fans alike.

  Mike Pauers – baritone saxophone

  David Wake – piano

  Joey Sanchez – bass

  Julio Pabon – percussion

  Kevin Christensen – drums