Happy Apple with The 3x5

Dave King's work with the Bad Plus might be earning him greater attention, but the drummer's other trio, the 11-year-old Happy Apple, presents a fuller picture of his brainy composing skills as well as his drum chops. Saxophonist Michael Lewis and bassist Erik Fratzke also contribute tunes to the album. Together, the group has come up with 11 tracks that give Lewis a chance to unleash what seems like an unending stream of melodic ideas on his tenor (and alto and soprano on one song each), with the rhythm section setting a backdrop or pushing him as required. (Jazz Times, November 2007)

Razor sharp soloing, whirlwind intensity and bountiful storylines. (All About Jazz on Happy Apple)

Holiday weekends and Happy Apple seem to go together like, well, friends and family, or The Cedar and good music. Get your tickets now for this special Memorial Weekend show at The Cedar by Happy Apple.

Opening will be The 3x5. 

Tickets go on sale at noon Fri Mar 13 from the Cedar Ticketline (612-338-2674 ext 2), Cedar outlets, and online at Ticketweb.