Miles Franklin Smith

Tue, Dec 17

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Chicago based musician Miles Franklin Smith began his professional career in Columbus, Ohio where he took to the music scene in 2018, eventually becoming a leading figure in jazz. Since then, Smith has performed with many artists and bands- national and local, including Darius Rucker, Foley McCreary, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, the Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra, and more, as well as composing work for television. Smith’s background in education is extensive, having taught as a Teaching Artist and Instructor for the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, as well as being a private instructor. Smith is a Graduate-Assistant at Northern Illinois University pursuing his Masters Degree. Smith recently served as a Teaching-Assistant for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Summer Jazz Academy in July, 2024. Smith has also released his own E.P. titled ‘Green Street’ (2023) paying homage to his family and the great city of Chicago.