Having contributed his solid bass skills to albums by greats like Carmen McRae, Jim Hall, Bill Charlap, and many others in the top echelon of jazz, Scott Colley was ready to make his mark as a leader in the mid-1990's. Since then he has released nine albums of his own work while increasing his reputation as a first-call bassist, performing with Herbie Hancock, Michael Brecker, Fred Hersch, and many more.
Eastman Jazz Café with Scott Colley takes place Friday, April 1, at the Sproull Atrium in the Miller Center, 25 Gibbs Street. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. $10; free with UR ID. 274-1100; esm.rochester.edu.