MoMA Nights with live music by Adriano Santos Brazilian Jazz Quartet – 7/22

MoMA is open late every Thursday in July and August, with live music presented in two sets, at 5:30 and 7:00 p.m., in the Sculpture Garden. And in July, sample the vibrant music of a new crop of Brazilian artists in conjunction with the film exhibition Premiere Brazil 2010 (in the theaters July 15–29).

Adriano Santos Brazilian Jazz Quartet: Alexandre Carvalho, guitar; Dendê, percussion; Jared Gold, organ; Adriano Santos, drums and percussion.

Adriano Santos is at the epicenter of New York’s contemporary Brazilian drummers. His playing style is typified by natural clarity, swing, and deep-seated groove in the tradition of Airto Moreira, Edson Machado, and Milton Banana. He studied at São Paulo’s acclaimed Zimbo Trio Music School and in Boston and New York, and has performed with a host of international artists. He now tours with the Vinicius Cantuária Group, Hendrik Meurkens Quartet, and Matt Geraghty Project, and also leads his own band. At MoMA, the Adriano Santos Brazilian Jazz Quartet will perform compositions from his new CD In Session.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fF20D4pQrs

This promises to be a high-octane night, with infectious percussive grooves and melodies that will transport listeners to the tropical landscapes of Brazil. At MoMA, 11 West 53rd Street, New York. More info: http://www.moma.org/visit/calendar/programs/52

Sculpture Garden and theater seating are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

In the event of rain, the Sculpture Garden will close, and music will take place in Theater 1 or 2. Please Note: Sculpture Garden and theater seating are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weather permitting, there will be a cash bar (specialty cocktails, draft beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages) and seasonal tapas for purchase in the Sculpture Garden. The Garden Cart will sell artisanal ice creams, sorbets, and homemade sundaes, as well as wine, beer, and specialty coffees. Terrace 5, on the fifth floor of the Museum, will offer a light fare and a special summer ceviche tasting menu presented by chef Lynn Bound. In the event of rain, the bar will move inside to The Agnes Gund Garden Lobby.