Experience Acrobat performing at Barbès, reimagining the music of Dmitri Shostakovich through contemporary jazz. Tickets on Mood.
Acrobat, the quintet fronted by bassist and composer Michael Bates, reimagines the music and artistic persona of Dmitri Shostakovich. Blending literal themes by Shostakovich with original compositions inspired by his spirit, the ensemble delivers an inventive performance marked by dark humor, dynamic swing, and dissonance.
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The performance takes place on November 14, 2026 at Barbès, located at 376 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215.
The ensemble reimagines the compositions and artistic persona of Dmitri Shostakovich through contemporary avant-garde jazz.
Tickets on Mood.
Michael Bates' Acrobat
