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The afternoon of April 2, 2013 featured performances by Kris Allen's saxophone, guitar, drum and bass ensemble, interspersed with discussion. A young protege of the great Jacki McLean, Allen has performed and recorded with jazz legends such as Gerald Wilson, Illinois Jacquet and Mario Pavone, as well as modern stars like Winard Harper, Andy Laverne and Helen Sung. He teaches saxophone at Hartt School, University of Hartford. He was accompanied by Kevin O'Neil (guitar), Brian Jenkins (bass) and Tido Holtkamp (drums). This event was free and open to the public.