The Bad Plus Farewell Tour
Tue, Apr 21 -
Wed, Apr 22, 2026
Tickets may be purchased on-line or by phone.
Night of show seating typically available.
Dimitriou's Jazz Alley welcome the uncategorizable progressive jazz scientists The Bad Plus for two nights, on their final tour! Band members are Reid Anderson (bass), Dave King (drums), Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (tenor saxophone). Show times Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm each night.
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The Bad Plus are the ultimate originals, celebrating 25 years. A democratic unit with a clear vision and a refusal to conform to convention. For the past two decades they have played with spirit and adventure, made their own rules and done so with a bold sense of creativity and intent. Avoiding easy categorization, The Bad Plus has won critical acclaim and a legion of fans worldwide with their unique sound and flair for live performance.
The Bad Plus continues to push boundaries as founding members Reid Anderson (bass) and Dave King (drums) embark on a new piano-less incarnation of the band with Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (tenor saxophone) – instigating a new wave of excitement and anticipation within the band that is re-energizing their sound and inspiration. The Bad Plus have constantly searched to bridge genres and techniques while exploring the infinite possibilities of exceptional musicians working in perfect sync.
The Bad Plus has been a band for 26 years. As they enter into year 27 - after a great deal of soul searching and consideration - they have decided to bring this chapter to a close. 2026 will be the final year of The Bad Plus. They share this news with heavy hearts, but also with great pride in what they have accomplished. They look forward to performing their final shows throughout the coming year. “This band changed our lives. Thank you all for being a part of that.” - TBP
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This performance requires payment at the time your reservation is made. Exact seats/tables may be purchased when you make your online reservation or you can call Jazz Alley at 206-441-9729 for assistance. All purchases are nonrefundable/nonexchangeable.
Preferential seating is given to our dinner guests. All sets are all ages. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin. Jazz Alley is a seated night club, not a dance hall, every person admitted has an assigned fixed seat. Dining is optional.
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