Join us on Sunday, August 30, for an exceptional live jazz performance at NOFLEX. This special Live Jazz Night features the New York-based Jinju Kim Quartet, led by a rising star from South Korea, in collaboration with world-renowned guitar maestro Pasquale Grasso.

​Jinju Kim is a captivating jazz singer who grew up listening to everything from classical music to 50s jazz standards and old pop. Falling in love with legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan, she went to the Netherlands to study jazz at the Prince Claus Conservatoire. Later, she was selected for the master’s program at the prestigious Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College by David Berkman. Since moving to New York in the fall of 2024, she has been making a name for herself in the local jazz scene, playing with talented young musicians and top masters alike.

​This performance marks a special collaboration with guitar maestro Pasquale Grasso. Based in New York, Grasso plays with such extraordinary command that jazz legend Pat Metheny called him “the best guitar player I’ve heard in maybe my entire life.” He brings the clear and upbeat improvisation of the great bebop tradition—like Bud Powell and Charlie Parker—right to the stage with a modern touch. Joining them are two of New York’s finest: bassist Ari Roland and drummer Keith Balla.

​Join us at NOFLEX to experience the deep roots and fresh energy of New York jazz. The night will feature two intimate 45-minute sets, with 7 to 8 songs per set. We’ll also be serving a fantastic craft cocktail program and a delicious food menu to pair perfectly with the music, making for a truly immersive and unforgettable evening.

Jinju Kim Quartet
· Vocal — Jinju Kim @jinju_jinju
· Guitar — Pasquale Grasso @pasqualegrassomusic
· Drums — Keith Balla
· Bass — Ari Roland

· Sunday, August 30
· Doors open 6PM
· First set 7PM / Second set 8PM
· NOFLEX NYC | 286 5th Ave, New York, NY 10001