Sofia Koulouvaris - saxophone
Joey Skoch - piano
Connor Sullivan - acoustic bass
Mason Lampa - drums.
Sofia Koulouvaris is an up-and-coming jazz saxophonist and educator currently based in Chicago. At age 10, Sofia started playing the saxophone, and shortly after, stumbled upon the music of Charlie Parker, Dexter Gordon, and John Coltrane, sparking her love for jazz. She recently graduated from DePaul University, where she received her Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies and Music Education. During her time there, Sofia studied with prominent musicians such as Scott Burns, Dana Hall, and Dennis Carroll. Dennis has been an important mentor to Sofia further inspiring her passion for the tradition of jazz and its deep history especially when it comes to playing bebop and the blues, which is greatly reflected in her music.
Creating a sense of community and connection have been her main goals as a musician. Beginning in 2023, Sofia played weekly at Archie’s Cafe with friends hosting a jazz jam until the business’ recent shutdown in August. More recently, she was a member of the Women In Jazz Organization (WIJO) mentor program and had the opportunity to connect to other female jazz musicians. Additionally, Sofia is passionate about education, serving as a teaching assistant at Birch Creek’s summer music academy, and is currently teaching elementary and middle school band.
TICKETS
General Admission $20
VIP $30
Student Tickets $15
Available at the door ONLY with valid student ID
