Marcus Miller, Richard Bona, and Isaiah Sharkey Deliver a Killer Take on “This Masquerade”
This live performance of “This Masquerade” from the SFJAZZ Gala 2026 brings together two bass icons in one incredible lineup. Marcus Miller grooves on his signature Sire while Richard Bona floats through the arrangement on his Markbass.
Adding Isaiah Sharkey and Randy Waldman into the mix and the whole performance turns into a masterclass in musicianship. The closing exchange between Bona and Sharkey alone is a highlight. The gala celebrated the music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane while honoring George Benson with the SFJAZZ Lifetime Achievement Award, but for bass fans, this performance is the moment to watch.
No Treble CEO Jody Miller is a Chicago-based bassist, guitarist, engineer, and producer best known for his bass gear demo videos and as the co-host of The Bass Nerds podcast.
