Sammy Miller and The Congregation at the Center for the Arts

A feel-good jazz performance by Sammy Miller and the Congregation! 

A native of Los Angeles, Grammy-nominated drummer Sammy Miller has become known for his relentless focus on making music that feels good as a drummer, singer, and bandleader. Upon completing his Master’s at The Juilliard School, Sammy formed his ensemble, The Congregation. As a band, they share the power of community through their music—joyful jazz, a style that entertains, enriches, but most of all uplifts.

Award-winning theatre incubator, Ars Nova selected The Congregation for the ‘Makers Lab’ in 2017 to develop their genre-bending show, “Great Awakening.” While independently the band members have performed and recorded with notable artists including Wynton Marsalis, Lady Gaga, and Queen Latifah at venues including the White House, Lincoln Center and the Hollywood Bowl, they have opted to stick together to spread joy throughout the world.

SAMMY MILLER, DRUMS

ALPHONSO HORNE, TRUMPET

BEN FLOCKS, TENOR SAX

SAM CRITTENDEN, TROMBONE

DAVID LINARD, PIANO