Anthony Jackson Forced to Sit Out Hiromi Trio Performances

Anthony JacksonSeveral dates of Hiromi Uehara’s trio concerts have been rearranged after the pianist announced that bass legend Anthony Jackson has suffered a medical emergency. Details are slim, but Hiromi posted the news to her Facebook page:

“We regret to inform the public that Anthony Jackson is experiencing an unanticipated medical situation,” a statement read. “As such, for the upcoming Blue Note shows, we will not be able to continue in the current trio format. We thank you for your understanding and wish Anthony Jackson a speedy recovery.”

Hiromi will continue the performances in solo and duo settings.

We’re wishing a swift recovery to Mr. Jackson.

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  1. Chusiko

    Vamos Anthony recuperate pronto!!

  2. Thomas A. Susala

    Please convey my wishes for Mr Jackson’s speedy recovery!

    Thank you

  3. Anthony

    My prayers for the speedy recovery of the great Anthony Jackson.

  4. Tim Gibson

    My thoughts and prayers go out to the great Anthony Jackson. Hoping he has a speedy and full recovery.

  5. Bob DeRosa

    Anyone have any updates on Anthony’s condition? Is he touring again?

  6. Robert San Socie

    Mr. Jackson we are thinking of you and hope for a fast recovery.

  7. Vaughn Bratcher

    What is Anthony’s current medical condition?

  8. James Walker

    Fodera has always built World Class Basses I jammed with Victor at a show in Cleveland and he gave me the bass he had been playing l was in love with his bass I wish I could afford to have one.