Date Band name Venue name
December 04, 2026 Extensive Duo "Songs my mother taught me" - The music of Charles Ives Stagione Concertistica 2027, Associazione Colafemmina

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano

Where

Stagione Concertistica 2027, Associazione Colafemmina

Acquaviva delle Fonti, BA, Italy

This project aims to breathe new life into the works of Charles Ives, one of America's most groundbreaking composers. Saxophonist Mike Rubini and pianist Marino Cordasco seek to stretch the boundaries of Ives's songs by infusing them with improvisation. By blending the intricate melodies and harmonies of Ives with the improvisational spirit of jazz, they honor Ives's pioneering vision while inviting the audience to explore the emotional depth and complexity of his music in a fresh and captivating way.

December 11, 2026 Forma Jazz Orchestra Teatro Petruzzelli

Where

Teatro Petruzzelli

Bari, Italy

December 19, 2026 G. Di Leone & Pocket Orchestra Duke Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Francesca Leone voice
  • Bruno Montrone piano
  • Alberto Di Leone trumpet
  • Mike Rubini alto sax
  • Vito Andrea Morra trombone
  • Gianluca Fraccalvieri bass
  • Fabio Delle Foglie drums
  • Enzo Falco percussion

Where

Duke Jazz Club

Via Pietro Giannone, Bari, Italy

We play in memory of Guido Di Leone (guitar), who led this orchestra. The music stays his.

December 20, 2026 G. Di Leone & Pocket Orchestra Duke Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Francesca Leone voice
  • Bruno Montrone piano
  • Alberto Di Leone trumpet
  • Mike Rubini alto sax
  • Vito Andrea Morra trombone
  • Gianluca Fraccalvieri bass
  • Fabio Delle Foglie drums
  • Enzo Falco percussion

Where

Duke Jazz Club

Via Pietro Giannone, Bari, Italy

We play in memory of Guido Di Leone (guitar), who led this orchestra. The music stays his.

January 04, 2027 Freedom Extensive (guest Ada Montellanico) Mesagne

Where

Mesagne

Mesagne, 72023, Italy

January 05, 2027 Freedom Extensive (guest Ada Montellanico) Mesagne

Where

Mesagne

Mesagne, 72023, Italy

February 11, 2027 HP5 Duke Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Vittorio Gallo soprano sax
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Mike Rubini alto sax
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Giacomo Mongelli drums

Where

Duke Jazz Club

Via Pietro Giannone, Bari, Italy

February 13, 2027 HP5 Conterosso Social Club

Lineup

  • Vittorio Gallo soprano sax
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Mike Rubini alto sax
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Giacomo Mongelli drums

Where

Conterosso Social Club

Via Enrico de Nicola 12, 70056 Molfetta (BA), Italy, Italy

APS / ATS cultural association in the centre of Molfetta. Programmes live music, exhibitions and cultural events.

PORTUGAL TOUR March 21, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" Cascais Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass

Where

Cascais Jazz Club

Cascais, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

March 24, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano Tàvola Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Ricardo Toscano alto sax

Where

Tàvola Jazz Club

Rua Coronel Bento Roma, Lisboa, 1700-364, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

March 25, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano The Midnight Espresso

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Ricardo Toscano alto sax

Where

The Midnight Espresso

1a Rua Cecílio de Sousa, Lisboa, 1200-098, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

March 26, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano Fábrica Braço de Prata

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Ricardo Toscano alto sax

Where

Fábrica Braço de Prata

Rua da Fábrica do Material de Guerra 1, Marvila, 1950-128 Lisboa, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

Spazio culturale a Marvila, Lisbona: sala concerti, ristorante, libreria, videoteca e scuola di musica (Abundância). Contatti: [email protected] / [email protected] (programmazione), +351 914930137. Orari ven: 18h-02h.

March 27, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" Cantaloupe Jazz

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass

Where

Cantaloupe Jazz

Mercado da Verdura, Av. 5 de Outubro Loja 47, 8700-300 Olhão, Portugal, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

March 28, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" Cantaloupe Jazz

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass

Where

Cantaloupe Jazz

Mercado da Verdura, Av. 5 de Outubro Loja 47, 8700-300 Olhão, Portugal, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

March 29, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" Clube de Tavira

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass

Where

Clube de Tavira

Rua da Liberdade 23, 8800-399 Tavira, Algarve, Portugal

This quartet emerged from Mike's vision, gathering some of the finest musicians in his region to propel the music forward and explore new avenues of expression. Drawing from deep appreciation for classical, jazz, and contemporary music, Mike creates an intriguing syncretism within this group. The music is a delicate balance between composed and improvised elements, where written material and improvisation coexist harmoniously.

Casa cultural de Tavira, founded 1876. Programs jazz concerts and jam sessions.

April 16, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano "Alto Leegacy" Duke Jazz Club

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Ricardo Toscano alto sax

Where

Duke Jazz Club

Via Pietro Giannone, Bari, Italy

Two alto saxophones, one Italian and one Portuguese, celebrate Lee Konitz’s centenary and the instrument he redefined.

April 18, 2027 Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano "Alto Leegacy" Libreria Roma

Lineup

  • Mike Rubini alto sax, balto sax, electronics
  • Marino Cordasco piano
  • Gianlivio Liberti drums
  • Pasquale Gadaleta double bass
  • Ricardo Toscano alto sax

Where

Libreria Roma

Bari, Italy, Italy

Two alto saxophones, one Italian and one Portuguese, celebrate Lee Konitz’s centenary and the instrument he redefined.