Award winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, tango, Carole King, Hoagy Carmichael, John Coltrane, and a few songs by Peter. They frequently start one song, make up some new sonic material, improvise weaving melodies ... Read more
Peter Sprague — guitar Leonard Patton — vocals Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
The Peter Sprague Trio is a genre-busting ensemble featuring three of San Diego’s best-known jazz musicians. Peter Sprague, guitarist, is a Del Mar surfer who studied with Pat Metheny and has performed with Chick Corea, Dianne Reeves and many others. Fred Benedetti, guitar, is a noted composer, professor of music at Grossmont College, studied with ... Read more
Peter and Leonard explore the jazz tradition of improvisation but with a slightly different spin — they bring their jazz viewpoint to songs that resonate with the boomers. They start with The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix, James Taylor, and Cream, and then for balance they play “Georgia” by Hoagy Carmichael, add in ... Read more
Award winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, tango, Carole King, Hoagy Carmichael, John Coltrane, and a few songs by Peter. They frequently start one song, make up some new sonic material, improvise weaving melodies ... Read more
Award winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, tango, Carole King, Hoagy Carmichael, John Coltrane, and a few songs by Peter. They frequently start one song, make up some new sonic material, improvise weaving melodies ... Read more
I’ve been a huge fan of Paul Simon’s music ever since I first heard the opening chord sequence of “Scarborough Fair” and the way the vocals start expanding into majestic counterpoint. All the way from there, 20 years later, we arrive at a situation where a man’s contemplating why he’s soft in the middle when ... Read more
We're playing this concert right in Encinitas in a fantastic garden setting on Saxony Road. We're pulling together classic songs of Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Paul Simon, Carole King, and of course The Beatles. It's going to be insane — summertime jazz jam of the perfect songs from the 70's. Can't wait! Here is who ... Read more
Peter Sprague — guitar Leonard Patton — vocals Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
Award winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, tango, Carole King, Hoagy Carmichael, John Coltrane, and a few songs by Peter. They frequently start one song, make up some new sonic material, improvise weaving melodies ... Read more
Award winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, tango, Carole King, Hoagy Carmichael, John Coltrane, and a few songs by Peter. They frequently start one song, make up some new sonic material, improvise weaving melodies ... Read more
We're thrilled to play at the wonderful Tio Leo's Sunday jazz sessions. It's a great place to hear music with a fully soulful vibe, good food, and best of all good sounds. Peter Sprague — guitar Tripp Sprague — sax and flute Danny Green — piano Justin Grinnell — bass Duncan Moore — drums
Big gig on Sunday!
YouTube link Hi Folks, for this livestream concert we’re focusing in on some of the beautiful music composed and played by Dave Grusin and Earl Klugh. Both of these musician’s records were on heavy rotation at my house in Del Mar and each added a unique influence to modern jazz. Dave Grusin not only plays ... Read more
Cream was one of my favorite bands when I was growing up. They blasted loud with hard hitting rock sensibilities all the while going cosmic with jazz explorations — extended jams that explored the outer realms of modal harmony. It was the ultimate power trio with Eric Clapton on guitar, Jack Bruce on bass, and ... Read more
We LOVE playing at this venue with great food, killer sound, cool lighting, and folks are there to listen. It's a great band with Allison singing up a storm and we're playing music from Alli's most recent album release RETRO. Can't wait... About this concert: Vocalist Allison Adams Tucker brings the music of her latest ... Read more
The trio rides again and this time we're playing in downtown San Diego at the soulful Human Senses Cafe at Park and Market. What a super cool hang and we hope you can come and join us. Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Justin Grinnell — bass
“Blurring the Edges” is a genre-bending ensemble featuring four of San Diego’s best-known jazz musicians. Peter Sprague, guitarist, is a Del Mar surfer who studied with Pat Metheny and has performed with Chick Corea, Dianne Reeves and many others. Fred Benedetti, guitar, is a noted composer, solo and ensemble performer and studio musician. Tripp Sprague ... Read more
I've been inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame! Wild and what an honor. They're holding an event and all of you are invited. I'll play a couple of songs with maestro Fred Benedetti and it'll be a neat night.
We're thrilled to play downtown at the San Diego Central Library. Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
Trio music in a wonderful setting! Peter Sprague — guitar Tripp Sprague — sax and flute John Opferkuch — piano
Good grief! It’s me and Charlie Brown meeting in the middle for some holiday jazz. Let your yule tide spirits soar as I spin some of my inspirational arranging moves into the soundtrack of the beloved holiday television special, A Charlie Brown Christmas. First released in 1965, the album by American composer and jazz pianist, ... Read more
Good grief! It’s me and Charlie Brown meeting in the middle for some holiday jazz. Let your yule tide spirits soar as I spin some of my inspirational arranging moves into the soundtrack of the beloved holiday television special, A Charlie Brown Christmas. First released in 1965, the album by American composer and jazz pianist, ... Read more
On December 24 at 1pm we present our annual (FREE!) Christmas Eve concert featuring an entourage of spirited and gifted musicians. We’ve been doing this event for 45 years now (can you believe it!) and it’s a mix of great music, super cool friends, family, and new acquaintances. Together we rally in the lofty life ... Read more
Possible crazy good! Peter Sprague — guitar Leonard Patton — vocals and percussion Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
Concertizing at the library: Peter Sprague — guitar Fred Benedetii — guitar Mack Leighton — bass
The best setup! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
Good news folks, we landed a gig right up the street from me. It'll be the whole band with Rebecca singing with us on a Saturday afternoon. Pray for no rain! Peter Sprague — guitar Rebecca Jade — vocals Danny Green — piano Justin Grinnell — bass Duncan Moore — drums
The best setup! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
It's Nathan's gig and I'm thrilled to be included.
We're playing in a wonderful old theatre in downtown Fallbrook! Peter Sprague — guitar Tripp Sprague — sax and flute Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
The best setup! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
One of the most talked about acronym these days is AI. It’s everywhere and I’m not sure everyone (including me) really knows what it’s about. Our man on the pulse of tech, Digital Brian, has been bringing it up a lot these days and it made sense for us to team up and explore where ... Read more
We're thrilled to connect again with vocalist Aubrey Johnson. She lives in N.Y.C. and is out in California to play music and run the LA Marathon. Wow! She's a fantastic singer and it'll be a great night of music. Peter Sprague — guitar Aubrey Johnson — vocals Danny Green — piano Justin Grinnell — bass ... Read more
Guitarist Peter Pupping and I have been friends forever and we both play guitar and both love Latin flavored music. In a funny way, over all these years we have never played a live gig together. Peter has recorded over here at SpragueLand and I've played on a few of his pieces but never live. ... Read more
We're heading down to my favorite jazz club and bringing some new music to you fine listeners. Hope to see you there! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Justin Grinnell — bass Duncan Moore — drums
It's a last minute gig that came through and we're stoked to play right up the street from my house. This place Fox Point just opened up and it's having music on Tuesday nights. It's a beautiful setting and apparently it's a great restaurant too. We hope to see you there! Peter Sprague - guitar ... Read more
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music as renowned guitarists Peter Sprague and Fred Benedetti come together for a one-of-a-kind collaboration! With their masterful technique and deep musical chemistry, Peter and Fred will blend jazz, classical, The Beatles,and the blues, creating an experience that will captivate and inspire. The band includes, Danny Green on ... Read more
It's a noon time concert and we've got the trio lined up to spend some new songs. New songs for a new year! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
It's a noon time concert again and we've got the trio lined up to spend some new songs. New songs for a new year! Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
My friend Annika Nelson, who also happens to be a great visual artist, works at the UCSD Craft Center. Annika created the CD cover designs for several of my albums including Dream Walking, Lucy in the Sky, Dr. Einstein's Spin, Ocean in My Eyes, The Secret Chord, and Sparks and Seeds. Coming up Annika and ... Read more
We're looking forward to heading over to the Carmel Valley Library for some music and friendship. They have a nice space for music and we've got some new songs to share so come on by if you can. Peter Sprague — guitar Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
I'm thrilled to connect once again with one of my favorite vocalists Rebecca Jade for a concert in La Jolla with the incredible Danny Green on piano and Mack Leighton on bass. For this show we're going to be playing the music of Cole Porter, Pat Metheny, and a few of my originals. Weird combination ... Read more
This is one of our favorite gigs and it happens at Ki's Restaurant in Cardiff! Peter Sprague – guitar Danny Green – piano Mack Leighton- bass
Grooving with Leonard in SD! Peter Sprague — guitar Leonard Patton — vocals Danny Green — piano Mack Leighton — bass
“Sunshine of Your Love” — probably the second most iconic rock riff right behind the descending chord movement of “Stairway to Heaven.” I learned to play it when I was young and with a surfboard under the other arm I pretty much owned the world at large. Hah! It’s hard to take over the planet ... Read more
Allison Adams Tucker’s RETRO Band Multi-lingual vocalist, composer and recording artist Allison Adams Tucker celebrates her latest album “RETRO Trilogy” performing with Danny Green keys, Justin Grinnell bass, Duncan Moore drums, Matt DiBiase vibraphone, and Peter Sprague guitar. Recorded in New York City with a heavy-hitter band and nominated for Best Jazz Album 2024 by ... Read more
I'm thrilled that Geoffery and Gillian are coming into town for a visit and for some live music too. They have invited me to play with them at the Athenaeum in La Jolla and it will be a great night of music with some of Keezer's clever piano moves and Gillian's beautiful singing. They're on ... Read more
This is one of our favorite gigs and it happens at Ki's Restaurant in Cardiff! Peter Sprague – guitar Danny Green – piano Justin Grinnell- bass
Play music at libraries is one of our favorite past times. The audience really listens, the spaces for music usually sound great and there's no espresso machine going haywire in the background. I hope to see you there! Peter Sprague – guitar Danny Green – piano Justin Grinnell- bass
