Mehmet Ali Sanlikol Quintet ft. Ingrid Jensen
Mehmet Ali Sanlikol and Ingrid Jensen take over the DROM for a night of Turkish and MIddle Eastern jazz music, instruments, and rhythm on September 18th, 2025.
Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol Quintet performs Grammy nominated composer, multi-instrumentalist and jazz pianist Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol’s unique blend of innovative Turkish music influenced compositions in which Middle Eastern modes and rhythmic cycles are not simply placed next to contemporary jazz but are intertwined with it. Sanlıkol hopes to demonstrate a style of writing and performance in contemporary jazz that is cosmopolitan, pluralist and inclusive without reducing or standardizing the musical languages which influenced it. The Boston Globe calls Sanlıkol's music “colorful, fanciful, full of rhythmic life, and full of feeling,” adding that it is “not touristy, but rather sophisticated, informed, internalized.” Sanlıkol's first jazz orchestra album was JAZZIZ magazine's Top 10 Critics’ Choice 2014 pick and his second jazz orchestra album was DownBeat magazine's September 2016 Editor's Pick. Sanlıkol's The Rise Up, commissioned by NEA Jazz Master Dave Liebman, received a 4 star review from The Financial Times, his trio album was included among the “Best Albums of 2022” by DownBeat magazine, and his latest album was DownBeat magazine's May 2025 Editor's Pick with a 4 star review.
Ingrid Jensen has been hailed as one of the most gifted trumpeters of her generation. As a sought-out teacher, collaborator, and soloist, it is easy to see why the New York Times calls her “as versatile as she is vigorous.”
Settling in New York City, she joined the innovative jazz orchestras of Maria Schneider (1994-2012) and Darcy James Argue (2002-present). She has performed with a multigenerational cast of jazz legends ranging from Clark Terry to Esperanza Spalding. Jensen has also performed alongside British R&B artist Corrine Bailey Rae on Saturday Night Live and recorded with Canadian pop icon Sarah McLachlan. Jensen is prominently featured on the Grammy Award winning Mosaic Project, led by drummer Terri-Lyne Carrington.
Line-up:
Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol, piano, Renaissance 17, electric oud, voice
Ingrid Jensen, trumpet
Lihi Haruvi-Means, soprano saxophone
James Heazlewood-Dale, bass
George Lernis, drums
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bncgjK6yo_Q&t=1s&ab_channel=D%C3%9CNYA
How do I make a reservation?
Unless specified otherwise, tables are first come first serve
Do you have an age limit?
Unless specified otherwise all shows are 21+
Do you have a minimum to be seated at tables?
There is a $20 per person to be seated at tables.
Are DROM tickets refundable after purchase?
No, DROM tickets are non-refundable and there are no exceptions. All sales are final. We won’t return or exchange the tickets. If an event is canceled, We will refund the purchase price or will issue a credit for use on a future purchase. Postponed or rescheduled events will not be compensated. All tickets are at will call. Please come to the door with the confirmation email that you received.
Are you handicapped accessible?
Yes, we do have an elevator for the main entrance. Please note there are 2 steps leading up to the elevated VIP area if you will be seated there.