Christian McBride

Performers:

Christian McBride, double bass
Benny Green, piano
Greg Hutchinson, drums

Tribute to a bass legend
»SuperBass« was the name of the album that jazz legend Ray Brown recorded with Christian McBride and John Clayton in 1997, uniting three bassists. Ray Brown remains a benchmark and source of inspiration for generations of bassists to this day. He was a guest at the Vienna Konzerthaus 16 times, for the first time in 1954. After his death three years ago, Christian McBride now pays homage to him in a fantastic trio formation, with Benny Green on piano and Gregory Hutchinson on drums. McBride has already won nine Grammys himself and has performed with greats such as Freddie Hubbard, McCoy Tyner, Brad Mehldau, Herbie Hancock and Pat Metheny, as well as with musicians such as Sting, Paul McCartney and Celine Dion. In his guest appearance at the Vienna Konzerthaus, McBride not only pays homage to Ray Brown, but also to the tradition of the classic jazz trio - with technical brilliance and unmistakable musicality.

program

Remembering Ray Brown with Christian McBride, Benny Green & Gregory Hutchinson

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.