Saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Liebman was just getting started in the 1970's when his John Coltrane-like style caught the ear of Coltrane's former drummer, Elvin Jones. It wasn't long before Liebman was turning heads at the top of the jazz world with Miles Davis's band. With Expansions, Liebman and veteran bassist Tony Marino continue the tradition of recruiting a new generation of great players, including Bobby Avey on piano; Matt Vashlishan, reeds; and Alex Ritz, drums.

Expansions: The Dave Liebman Group performs Sunday, May 6, at Lovin' Cup, 300 Park Point Drive. 7 p.m. $25 door; $20 in advance; $15 students. bopshop.com; lovincup.com; davidliebman.com.