The After the End of the World Coretet formed in San Francisco in the summer of 1989. All four member of the group are composers, long-time practitioners, and devotees of music to the core.

This iteration of the group is the same as on the recording called ’13’, and features Annelise Zamula on saxophones and flute, Bill Noertker on bass, Dave Mihaly on drums and Jon Birdsong on trumpet. Some singing may occur, who’s to say? The set will be a mix of their original music and some choice covers. Jon Birdsong is visiting from his home in the EU, so this is an extraordinarily rare opportunity to experience the AEWC live and in person.

The chemistry of these four together is singular and choice. Come hear this group, buy a book, talk to the musicians between sets. Soul and allure guaranteed.

The Bird & Beckett Cultural Legacy Project, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization presents live music at least 3 times a week at Bird & Beckett Books & Records in San Francisco’s Glen Park village: 2 blocks from the Glen Park BART station, Muni lines J, 23, 35, 36, 44, and 52, and on- and off-ramps for I-280.

Seating is limited, so call ahead to reserve: (415) 586-3733. No advance ticket sales. Please bring cash. Venmo ok, if necessary. $20 is the cover for this Coretet quartet. Students get in for $10. Kids best be in bed, but it’s summer. Want to bring one or more? No cover for them. BYOB. Nonalcoholic if you’re under 21. Otherwise, you’re an adult. Behave accordingly.

Can’t make the show in person? Stream it live at https://www.youtube.com/@bird_beckett, and throw in some money for the band via venmo: @birdandbeckett