Tyreek McDole / Isaiah Collier

About

An explosive young saxophonist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader, Isaiah Collier is a self-described “sonic scientist” at the forefront of the vibrantly creative Chicago scene. He's captured rapturous acclaim and a fervent following and has collaborated with legends including Wadada Leo Smith, channeling the churning, relentless energy of his hometown forebears the AACM and Art Ensemble of Chicago. He brings music from his latest EP, , to this performance — a project that reframes one of humanity’s most nuanced emotions both as a devotional grounding and political act.