The Oakland School for the Arts Alumni Quintet brings together musicians whose roots trace back to the halls of OSA, where they studied under the mentorship of the legendary Dave Ellis—a guiding force who continues to shape their musical paths today. Though they’ve since scattered across the country, from San Francisco to Baltimore, Stockton to New York, their shared foundation and deep musical connection keep pulling them back together.

Featuring Gus Hurteau on vibraphone, Max Ehrhardt on trumpet, Hannah Mayer on piano, Ale Sanchez on bass, and Miles Turk on drums, the quintet has been playing with one another in different combinations for years. In high school, their talents brought them to stages like Yoshi’s, and just recently, they returned from a cultural exchange tour in Shijiazhuang, China, where they represented their musical roots abroad.

This concert is a rare and special reunion—a one-time event that brings these far-flung friends back home. Expect a dynamic set blending modern jazz with touches of experimental R&B, rooted in tradition but pushing into new territory. Don’t miss this chance to experience the powerful chemistry and creative spirit of five artists whose journeys began together—and who are still discovering where the music will take them.