As I think I predicted, a next step in the growth of local jazz venues will be bringing in nationally & internationally known players to mix with local talent. So, the Beyu snagging Christian Scott after his enthusiastic Art of Cool Festival gig is great, exactly the kind of performers who will bring out young people to complement me, the Older Jazz Fan Demographic.
It'll be interesting to see which Christian Scott plays, the loud, rockish player at AOC or the guy who's capable of soulful jazz ballads. Or, maybe both...