Hot Combination is an encore presentation of a concert honoring the iconic 1920s jazz duo Red Nichols and Cliff Edwards, performed by vaudevillian troubadour Bryce Edwards and celebrated New York cornetist Mike Davis. The show, which sold out when it debuted in September 2025, features an all-star band of traditional jazz specialists including Ricky Alexander on reeds, Josh Holcomb on trombone, Felix Lemerle on guitar, Bryan Reeder on piano, Jay Rattman on bass saxophone, and Colin Hancock on drums. Davis has transcribed selections from the original hot sessions, while Bryce Edwards embodies Cliff Edwards' signature humor, heart, and driving ukulele, and Davis demonstrates his intimate knowledge of Red Nichols' unique cornet approach. The performance pays tribute to two pioneering figures of 1920s jazz and introduces 21st-century audiences to their often-overlooked legacy.
Cast and Creative Team for Hot Combination at Birdland
Cast
Ricky Alexander
Ensemble
Josh Holcomb
Ensemble
Felix Lemerle
Ensemble
Bryan Reeder
Ensemble
Jay Rattman
Ensemble
Colin Hancock
Ensemble
Mike Davis
Ensemble
Bryce Edwards
Ensemble
Creative Team
Colin Hancock
Drummer.
Bryce Edwards
Vocalist
Mike Davis
Cornetist
Mike Davis
Band Leader
Ricky Alexander
Reeds Player
Josh Holcomb
Trombone Player
Felix Lemerle
Guitarist
Bryan Reeder
Pianist
Jay Rattman
Bass Saxophonist
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July 24, 2025 BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present Vaudevillian troubadour Bryce Edwards of the venue’s acclaimed “Frivolity Hour” and celebrated New York cornetist Mike Davis of The New Wonders in their new show “Hot Combination”. Learn more!
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