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Christian Sands

November 21, 2025 @ 7:30 pm

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Christian Sands, Jazz Pianist | Performing with Janinah Burnett Band & Terreon Gully

Christian Sands stands at the forefront of a new generation of jazz innovators, blending agile post-bop with soulful blues, cinematic orchestration, and an emotional depth that speaks directly to the human experience. A five-time recording artist for Mack Avenue Records and a GRAMMY nominee for Be Water, Sands returns with Embracing Dawn — a bold, deeply personal exploration of heartbreak, healing, and hope. Crafted during a time of profound personal loss, Embracing Dawn offers a journey through the stages of grief, inviting listeners into a space of connection and renewal.

Orchestra/Mezz
Students$6.00
Adults$12.00
Seniors$9.00
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Praised by The New York Times for his “crisp but forceful touch” and his genre-defying approach, Sands draws from a lifetime of musical influences, from gospel and classical music to the cinematic scores that first captured his imagination. Mentored by jazz greats Christian McBride and Dr. Billy Taylor, Sands brings a spirit of authenticity and inclusivity to every note he plays. With Embracing Dawn, he extends an open hand to anyone navigating loss — a reminder that music, like dawn itself, offers the promise of new beginnings.

Robinson Family Visiting Jazz Artists

A residency made possible by the Robinson Family Fund, established by Ward Robinson (’19 PBC Jazz, ’10 MPH) and Pamela Pittman, is bringing two jazz luminaries to UNCG’s School of Music this year. Pianist Christian Sands and bassist John Clayton will come to Greensboro for residencies with students and concerts which will be open to the public.

Tew Recital Hall

100 McIver St
Greensboro, 27412 United States + Google Map
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