LIVE at Dabney with Mystery School
Time:
Friday, May 30
8:30pm - 11:00pm
Performance Overview
Step into the sonic unknown on Friday, May 30th, as Chicago-based quartet Mystery School brings their evocative jazz explorations to Dabney & Co. From 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM, this powerhouse ensemble—led by saxophonist and composer Michael Hudson-Casanova—delivers a night of intricate, soul-stirring music that bridges tradition and innovation. With compositions described as “complex and nuanced, inventive and accessible” (Hrayr Attarian, All About Jazz), Mystery School invites you to experience modern jazz at its most creative and inspired.
Meet the Band
At the helm is Michael Hudson-Casanova, whose saxophone work channels the cerebral fire of David Binney and the emotive lyricism of Wayne Shorter. His compositional voice draws from a lineage of greats like Keith Jarrett and Kenny Wheeler, crafting pieces that are both reflective and kinetic.
Meghan Stagl brings depth and finesse on piano, weaving harmonic textures with precision and grace.
On bass, Daniel Thatcher anchors the ensemble with intuitive grooves and rich, resonant tone.
And Gustavo Cortiñas on drums provides rhythmic shape and drive, fluidly navigating dynamic shifts with power and sensitivity.
All members are key figures in the vibrant Chicago jazz scene, bringing that city's creative energy straight to Kalamazoo.
Event Details
Date: Friday, May 30th, 2025
Time: 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Expect a night of cerebral swing and melodic fire—modern jazz with soul, spirit, and spontaneous magic.
Craft Cocktails & More
Our cocktail menu for the night channels the ensemble’s refined complexity and bold flair. Sip on the “Hudson Highball”, a crisp blend of Japanese whisky, pear, and ginger. Or explore the “Mystic Mode”, a zero-proof concoction of citrus, botanicals, and lavender syrup, perfect for deep listening and long conversations.
Dress Code
Creative cocktail attire suggested—feel free to express your inner artist.
Parking Information
Street parking is free after 5 PM, or park just around the corner at Arcadia Ramp 4, 306 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.
Don’t Miss Out
Discover a night of sonic storytelling and elevated jazz expression with Mystery School.
Reserve your table now at: www.drinkswithdabney.com/reserve