If you'd like to listen to my playing, you have only one option: catch me live!
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| October 15, 2026 | w/ LJP Big Band | Auditorium Gervasio, Matera | ||
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Big band diretta da Dino Plasmati. Organico (16 elementi: 5 sax, 3 tromboni, 4 trombe, chitarra/direzione, piano, basso el., batteria) rilevato dalla locandina del Ruvo Coro Festival 2026, data del 2026-10-03. Le voci soliste cambiano per programma e sono annotate sul singolo gig. |
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| October 17, 2026 | w/ Dino Plasmati | Matera | ||
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| October 21, 2026 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet | Jazzino - Ristorante Jazz Club | ||
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WhereJazzino - Ristorante Jazz Club Via Carloforte 74/76, Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy 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. Jazz club + restaurant, part of the Jazz Club Network (CeDAC Sardegna). Host venue for the Premio Isio Saba semifinals. |
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| October 23, 2026 | Mike Rubini & Nico Marziliano Duo "Tribute to John Coltrane" | Osteria Malatesta | ||
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Duo sax/piano, omaggio a John Coltrane. Creato 2026-09-26 per la data all'Osteria Malatesta di Matera. |
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| October 30, 2026 | Giovane Orchestra Lucana (Onyx), guest Rosario Giuliani | Matera | ||
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| October 31, 2026 | Giovane Orchestra Lucana (Onyx), guest Rosario Giuliani | Matera | ||
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| December 04, 2026 | Extensive Duo "Songs my mother taught me" - The music of Charles Ives | Stagione Concertistica 2027, Associazione Colafemmina | ||
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WhereStagione 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. |
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| December 11, 2026 | Forma Jazz Orchestra | Teatro Petruzzelli | ||
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| December 19, 2026 | G. Di Leone & Pocket Orchestra | Duke Jazz Club | ||
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We play in memory of Guido Di Leone (guitar), who led this orchestra. The music stays his. |
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| December 20, 2026 | G. Di Leone & Pocket Orchestra | Duke Jazz Club | ||
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We play in memory of Guido Di Leone (guitar), who led this orchestra. The music stays his. |
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| February 11, 2027 | HP5 | Duke Jazz Club | ||
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| PORTUGAL TOUR | March 21, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" | Cascais Jazz Club | |
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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. |
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| March 24, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano | Tàvola Jazz Club | ||
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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. |
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| March 25, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano | The Midnight Espresso | ||
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WhereThe 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. |
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| March 26, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet meets Ricardo Toscano | Fábrica Braço de Prata | ||
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WhereFábrica 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. |
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| March 27, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" | Cantaloupe Jazz | ||
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WhereCantaloupe 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. |
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| March 28, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" | Cantaloupe Jazz | ||
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WhereCantaloupe 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. |
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| March 29, 2027 | Mike Rubini Extensive Quartet "Visions" | Clube de Tavira | ||
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WhereClube 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. |
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