Bassist Marshall Hawkins organized the Daniel Jackson tribute concert at 98 Bottles with a specific thought in mind: “No other musician, as far as I know, has the honor of a whole week named after them,” Hawkins reminded the crowd in the Back Room, adding, “The time has come to recognize jazz as America’s heritage.”

An all-star affair ensued, with clarinetist Evan Christopher flying in from New Orleans, Charles Owens driving down from L.A., and drummer Chuckie McPherson making the trek from New York City. Christopher soared into the rafter’s on Jackson original “Transgressions,” which also featured San Diegan Joshua White. Mark Dresser came with his own dedication, “Two Handfuls of Peace,” and stuck around for the heavily ’Trane-influenced “Wisdom,” showcasing the dual basses and important contributions from Jamie Shadowlight and Dave Millard. Turiya Mareya assumed the piano chair for a powerful reading of “You Don’t Know What Love Is,” and a trio of saxophonists packed the bandstand for “Mr. P.C.,” including Owens and Charlie Arbelaez. At midpoint, McPherson replaced Brett Sanders on the drums, swinging the brushes for “Softly as in a Morning Sunrise,” and sticking around to accompany his father, Charles McPherson, who slayed “Lush Life.”

• Concert: Daniel Jackson Tribute Concert
• Date: January 29
• Venue: 98 Bottles’ Back Room
• Seats: Back and to the right
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