Phil Abraham invites Stéphane Mercier 5tet

Phil Abraham invites Stéphane Mercier Trombone legend Phil Abraham — a self-taught master often likened to Chet Baker for his warm, singing tone — invites fellow Belgian great Stéphane Mercier, a saxophonist whose lyrical sound draws on his years in Boston, New York, and Paris. They're joined by guitarist Victor Da Costa, bassist Nic Thijs, and drummer Mimi Verderame — three pillars of the Belgian jazz scene in their own right. Five top-tier musicians, one stage: an evening of world-class European jazz not to be missed