Bass is the space for jazz vet Rob Thorsen

Rob Thorsen: “Solos and Duos — Bass Is the Space” CD release concert

Sunday at 6 p.m. (art reception) and 7 p.m. (concert). Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave., San Diego. $10 adults;

$5 18 and under. (858) 336-6082 or robthorsen.com

Noted for his stylistic range and flexibility, bassist and composer Rob Thorsen has long been a mainstay of the San Diego jazz scene. Over the years, he has worked with such past and present jazz luminaries as James Moody, Louis Bellson, Charles McPherson, Holly Hofmann and pianist Mike Wofford.

On Sunday night, Thorsen celebrates the release of his fifth and newest album, “Solos and Duos — Bass Is the Space.” It features 11 instrumental compositions and two vocal numbers (the latter featuring singer/guitarist Steph Johnson). The album includes three solo bass pieces and a series of duets with pianist Joshua White, trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos, former Roberta Flack/Miles Davis bassist Marshall Hawkins and drummer Fernando Gomez.

All of the guest artists will join Thorsen to perform the album live at the all-ages Bread & Salt, where Thorsen will also spotlight at least a few songs that are not on “Bass is the Space.” The concert will be preceded by an art opening featuring the work of Susan Snyder, who did the cover art for auspicious Thorsen’s 1996 debut album, “First Impressions.”