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Kind of New, Kind of Blue: A Tribute to Miles Davis

Kind of New, Kind of Blue: A Tribute to Miles Davis

Step into the spirit of Miles Davis with Kind of New, Kind of Blue—a concert experience that bridges past and present.

The first half of the evening reimagines Miles’ legacy through fresh eyes, featuring original compositions and bold arrangements by bandleader and trumpeter DESHANNON HIGA, inspired by the restless innovation that defined Miles' career. From simmering grooves to lyrical ballads, this set captures the essence of Miles’ creative fire—always moving forward, never standing still.

In the second half, the band brings you back to 1959 with a complete performance of Kind of Blue, the most iconic jazz album of all time. Every note, every space, every breath—relived and re-experienced in the moment, a live needle-drop of the entire record, cover to cover.

Kind of New, Kind of Blue isn’t just a tribute—it’s a conversation between generations, where innovation meets tradition, and timeless music proves its power to inspire again and again.

THE BAND:

DeShannon Higa, bandleader, trumpet (playing the role of Miles Davis)
Reggie Padilla >> alto sax (playing the role of Cannonball Adderley)
Larry Cook >> tenor sax (playing the role of John Coltrane)
Ethan Capone >> piano (playing the role of Bill Evans)
John Kolivas >> bass (playing the role of Paul Chambers)
Abe Lagrimas Jr. >> drums (playing the role of Jimmy Cobb)

Kauai Community College Performance Arts Center
$14-50
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM on Sat, 18 Oct 2025

Event Supported By

Kauai Concert Association
808-822-3148
admin@kauai-concert.org

Artist Group Info

DeShannon Higa
Kauai Community College Performance Arts Center
3-1901 Kaumualii Highway
Lihue, Hawaii 96766