Trumpeter Michael Sarian is a steady study in dichotomy. With a wordless elegance, the New York City-based musician is flexibly firm, loosely tight, and brightly dark. The innovations within his compositions are deceptively dramatic with varying degrees of a melodic sensibility suitable for all: the casual observer right down to the aficionado and the maniac.
Michael Sarian & The Chabones plays with Leland Sundries and Calligraphy on Wednesday, October 11, at the Bug Jar 219 Monroe Avenue. 8:30 p.m. $7-$9. bugjar.com; michaelsarian.com.