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Mitchel Forman
“Mitchel Forman, what a lyrical, open and nuanced touch he possesses. He has added even more emotional depth and aplomb to that touch over the years.” - WALTER KOLOSKY Making a rare appearance outside Los Angeles, pianist, composer, and bon vivant Mitchel Forman brings an exciting lineup to the Ballard Jazz Festival. Joined by guitarist Chuck Loeb (Fourplay), bassist Kevin Axt (Tierney Sutton) and drummer Marvin "Smitty" Smith (Kevin Eubanks), Forman's set promises to be both exciting and memorable. Forman and Loeb started out in the 1980s playing with the brilliant Stan Getz, have remained closed friends both on and off the stage and have recorded 8 CD's together with their band "Metro." Forman has performed and recorded with some of the legends of jazz: Pat Metheny, Wayne Shorter, Gerry Mulligan, John Scofield, John McLauglin, and many more. His Ballard Jazz Festival set will feature his own compositions, which are both intellectually and emotionally stimulating. |
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Ray Vega
“Ray Vega is Latin Jazz” - La Presa PERFORMING AT:
A native of the South Bronx, Ray Vegais a veteran of the bands of Tito Puente, Ray Barretto, Mongo Santamaria, Mario Bauza, Luis "Perico" Ortiz, Hector LaVoe, Johnny Pacheco, Larry Harlow, Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez and Louie Ramirez to name a few. Ray has performed and/or recorded with Joe Henderson, Lionel Hampton, Mel Torme, Paquito D’Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, The Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Israel Lopez "Cachao", Las Leyendas De La Fania, Pete Escovedo, The Chico O’Farrill Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra, The Lincoln Center Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Paul Simon, John Santos and The Machete Ensemble, Jose Jose, Sheila E., Yomo Toro, Michel Camilo, Kirk Franklin, Marco Antonio Muñiz, Eddie Palmieri, La Orquesta Sinfonica De Simon Bolivar, Sandro De Las Americas, The Duke Ellington Orchestra, The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, Bebo Valdez, and Celia Cruz, among numerous others. Ray currently works with the renowned Comtemporary Classical composer Osvaldo Golijov, performing first and solo trumpet in the critically acclaimed work; "La Pasion Segun San Marco".
"East-West Trumpet Summit," his 2010 partership with fellow trumpter Thomas Marriott reached #1 on the Jazz Week National Radio Airplay Chart.w/ East-West Trpt Summit Mainstage Concert Sat, April 23, 7:30pm (All Ages) Nordic Heritage Museum w/ Ray Vega Quartet Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 9:00pm (All Ages) Egan's Ballard Jam House |
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Chuck Loeb PERFORMING AT:
A skillful guitarist capable of playing any style of music, Chuck Loeb's own solo projects have generally been commercially successful crossover jazz, which has been classified through the years as "contemporary" or "smooth" jazz. He started playing guitar when he was 11, discovered jazz when he was 16, took lessons from Jim Hall, Pat Metheny, and Joe Puma, and attended the Berklee College of Music. Loeb freelanced in New York (with Hubert Laws, Chico Hamilton, and Joe Farrell, among others) and then in 1979 joined Stan Getz's group for two years. Back in New York, Loeb worked on jingles and soundtracks both as a player and a composer. He spent 1985-1987 with Steps Ahead and in more recent times has produced recordings by Donald Harrison, Nelson Rangell, Larry Coryell, George Garzone, and Warren Bernhardt, among others. As a performer, Loeb was part of Petit Blonde (a group featuring saxophonist Bill Evans) and Metro and the Fantasy Band, plus played with Gary Burton, Dave Samuels, and many others; in addition, his compositions have been recorded by quite a few pop/jazz artists. Chuck Loeb made his first solo record in 1988, recorded extensively for DMP and switched to Shanachie in 1996. Over the next seven years he released six albums for the label, beginning in 1998 with The Moon, the Stars and the Setting Sun, followed by Listen in 1999. Loeb remained active in the 21st century, releasing In a Heartbeat in early 2001, All There Is in 2002, and eBop one year later. The guitarist wrapped up his tenure with Shanachie in 2005 with When I'm with You, and signed up with Head Up International, a division of Telarc. His first outing for the label was Presence, released in 2007. w/ Mitchel Forman Quartet Mainstage Concert Sat, April 23, 7:30pm (All Ages) Nordic Heritage Museum |
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Marvin "Smitty" Smith PERFORMING AT:
A prolific, constantly in-demand drummer whose sensitive, yet
authoritative playing has been heard on dozens of sessions, Marvin
"Smitty" Smith a onetime Berklee student, played with Jon Hendricks'
band in New York during the early '80s, then worked with John Hicks,
Bobby Watson, and Slide Hampton. Smith later recorded with Archie
Shepp, then with a quintet co-led by Frank Wess and Frank Foster. He
did sessions with Hamiett Bluiett, Kevin Eubanks, and David Murray, as
well as playing with Ray Brown, Dave Holland, Ron Carter, Hank Jones,
and the Jazztet. Smith made his recording debut as a leader in 1987,
and also recorded that year with Sonny Rollins and toured with Sting.
Since then, Smith's often paired with Ray Drummond. He has several
Concord dates available and can also be heard on a countless number of
releases by other musicians, ranging in style from bop and mainstream
to M-Base and post-bop.w/ Mitchel Forman Quartet Mainstage Concert Sat, April 23, 7:30pm (All Ages) Nordic Heritage Museum |
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Thomas Marriott PERFORMING AT:
"Thomas Marriott is irrepressible"Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 8:00pm (21+) Lock & Keel Pub w/ East-West Trpt Summit Mainstage Concert Sat, April 23, 7:30pm (All Ages) Nordic Heritage Museum -The Seattle Times Trumpeter Thomas Marriott is one of the most exciting musicians to emerge on the national jazz scene in more than a decade. The five-time Golden Ear award winner is a skilled instrumentalist, composer and producer, and is always seeking to expand the boundaries of jazz music in all its forms. Marriott’s diverse interests and skills are reflected in the range and success of his albums. His 2005 release on Origin Records, “Individuation,” was named among the top 10 jazz records of 2005 by WBEZ radio, Chicago. 2007’s “Both Sides of the Fence” received over 3300 spins nationally, pushing his album into the top ten on jazz radio. His most recent release “Crazy: The Music of Willie Nelson,” was released in early 2008 to wide critical acclaim. Jazz Times Magazine declared Marriott a “first-tier trumpet player” with “serious chops and a luxuriant trumpet sound….This album is a kick in the pants.” Known for his innovative spirit and broad musical scope, Thomas continues to perform on the stages of the world’s greatest jazz clubs and concert halls, as a leader and alongside the top names in jazz. The Seattle native is featured on more than 50 recordings with musicians of all genres and styles. Thomas has produced albums for a number of artists including saxophonist Hadley Caliman and serves on the Board of Governors of the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences. |
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Cory Weeds “(Weeds) creates one colorful solo after another...” - ALL MUSIC GUIDE Record Producer, club owner, radio host and yes, musician, Vancouver (Canada) saxophonist Cory Weeds makes a huge impact everywhere he goes and on everything he touches. His latest recording on his own Cellar Live label recently spent 14 weeks on the national jazz charts and his playing was lauded by All About Jazz - "...in one fell swoop, Weeds joins the ranks of the instrument's great storytellers. On tenor he is as bold and dramatic as Dexter Gordon and Sonny Rollins. On the smaller and more sensuous alto, he is a younger version of David "Fathead" Newman or, at times, as wry and ironic as Lee Konitz...". Weeds should be familiar to Seattle audiences from several tours with the organ legend, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and for the Jazz Walk, he'll appear with his frequent collabrators from Seattle, trumpeter Thomas Marriott and drummer Matt Jorgensen |
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Michael Shrieve Over the course of his eminent career, Michael has written, produced and played on albums that have sold millions of copies worldwide. As the original drummer for Santana, Michael – at age nineteen – was the youngest performer at Woodstock. Michael’s recording credits include the masters of popular and avant-garde music – Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones, George Harrison, Pete Townsend, Steve Winwood, Police guitarist Andy Summers, film composer Mark Isham, and such musical luminaries as John Mclaughlin, Stomu Yamash’ta, Klaus Schulze, Freddie Hubbard, Jaco Pastorius, Wayne Horvitz, Bill Frisell, Zakir Hussain, Airto Moriera and Amon Tobin. Michael continues to strive for innovative approaches to percussion-based music, and records with both renowned and emerging artists (Skerik, Jack DeJohnette, Zakir Hussain, Reggie Watts), in addition to his own band, Spellbinder. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 and in 2005, Michael received the Guitar Center’s first annual “Lifetime Achievement Award.” |
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John Stowell PERFORMING AT:
John Stowell began his successful career with guitar lessons in his native Connecticut from guitarist Linc Chamberlind, and from John Mehegan, pianist and respected jazz educator at the Julliard chool of Music and Yale University. Several years later he met noted bassist David Friesen in NYC and launched a critically acclaimed touring and recording association that lasted 7 years, included 6 albums, and performances in Europe, Canada, USA and Australia. During that time, John also moved to Oregon. Paul Horn, John, David Friesen and Robin Horn were invited to perform in the Soviet Union. It was the first time in 40 years that American jazz musicians had been invited to play public performances in Russia, paving the way for many others to follow. John Stowell is an in-demand teacher and clinician of jazz guitar. He has taught at the country's most prestigious schools of music, and frequently is invited to present "Artist in Residence" series.
Guitar Summit Thur, April 21, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 8:00pm Resolution Audio (All Ages)
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Kobie Watkins PERFORMING AT:
A native of Chicago, Illinois, Kobie began as a small child listening and watching his father (Alious C. Watkins) playing drums in the church. Kobie started with pots and pans as a toddler. Yet over time he has developed a personal system of timely discipline and structure for music and life skill. He has progressed into who he is today - professional drummer/percussionist and music educator.Brotherhood of the Drum Wed, April 20, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Guitar Summit Thur, April 21, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 7:30pm NY Fashion Acad. (All Ages) Swedish Pancake Jazz Brunch Sat., April 23, 10:30am; Noon Nordic Heritage Museum Kobie has cultivated dynamic relationships with his peers in and out of the Jazz, Latin, and Gospel community as a drummer, percussionist and a mentor. Living out his commitment to the music he holds a long list of great musicians he has played and recorded with jazz legend Sonny Rollins, Curtis Fuller, Arturo Sandoval, George Coleman, Ira Sullivan, Sonny Fortune, including Fred Anderson, Ari Brown, Willie Pickens, Bobby Broom, Orbert Davis, Ken Chaney, Ron Perrillo, Bethany Pickens, Ryan Cohan, Dennis Winslett, Jarrard Harris and James Austin. Additionally, Gospel singer Kim Burrell, R&B and Neo Soul artists Julie Dexter, Javier, Kendra Ross, Chris Robinson, and many others. Kobie has toured extensively in Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada, South America and the United States. Kobie is currently touring with "Concord" recording artist and seven-time Grammy nominee Kurt Elling and Jazz Legend Sonny Rollins. Kobie is a product level Artist with Sabian cymbals. |
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Greta Matassa “Greta Matassa’s singing is touched by genius.” - Encyclopedia of Northwest Jazz Four times voted the northwest’s “best jazz vocalist” by Earshot Jazz, Greta Matassa is one of the most talented sing- ers working in jazz today. In demand for concert and nightclub appearances, her one-woman show, “Ella and Billie,” a musical tribute, won her critical acclaim. Her collaborations and guest ap- pearances with Spectrum Dance Theater, Pacific Northwest Bal- let, Teatro ZinZanni, the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra and the Seattle Men’s Chorus have been innovative and successful. Often compared with the greats, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day, and Nancy Wilson, Matassa has become one of the hottest tickets on the west coast jazz scene. Greta’s six recordings are a mainstay on radio stations everywhere. |
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The Kora Band Golden Ear winner of the '2010 NW Recording of the Year' After a US State Department sponsored tour of Africa, pianist/composer Andrew Oliver was inspired to dive deeper into the relationship between jazz and West African music. His exploration eventually led to the founding of the Kora Band, featuring atypical instrumentation that highlights Kane Mathis on the 21-string Kora, a traditional harp from West Africa. One of the most accomplished American Kora players, Kane has studied with the famous Jobarteh (Diabate) family in Gambia, in the same compound that had produced three generations of the country’s most famous musicians. This study resulted in diplomas and certificates of recognition from Malamini Jobarteh, The Gambian minister of culture, and the President of the Gambia. Also featured are accomplished Seattle musicians Chad McCullough on trumpet, Brady Millard-Kish on bass, and Mark DiFlorio on drums. The band ensemble performs both original compositions designed to explore the many possibilities of its unique timbre as well as traditional and modern songs from West Africa arranged specifically for the band. |
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Gail Pettis “Gail goes from strength to strength, performing a winning, crowd-involving style of vocal jazz.” - Earshot Jazz Two-time nominee for the Earshot Golden Ear "Northwest Vocalist of the Year," and recent winner of the Seattle-Kobe Female Jazz Vocalist Audition, Gail is a welcome addition to the Pacific Northwest jazz scene. Gail's style is at once subtle and elegant, sultry and soulful. Her rich, warm vocals and understated phrasing have inspired comparisons to Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughn and Carmen McRae. inspiration from these diverse influences and enjoys sharing her unique talent with listeners at home and abroad. Most recently, she was artist-in-residence at the Amersfoort Jazz Festival in the Netherlands, performing with the New Manhattan Big Band and with Eddie C. and the Dutch Jazz Cats on the mainstage and other venues in Amersfoort and Harderwijk. Included on this tour was a stop in Kobe, Japan to perform as a guest artist at Kobe's annual Jazz Vocal Queen Competition. |
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Steve Treseler Steve Tressler attended The New England Conservatory of Music in Boston where he studied with jazz legends Jerry Bergonzi, Bob Brookmeyer, George Garzone and Steve Lacy. Since returning to Seattle he can be seen frequently throughout Seattle with the Jim Knapp Orchestra, Wayne Horvitz’s WACO and his own groups. |
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Dan Balmer PERFORMING AT:
Dan Balmer has long been considered one of the finest guitarists, composers, and educators in the Northwest. In 2009 Dan became one of only five Oregonians to be honored with membership in both The Oregon Music Hall of Fame and the Jazz Society of Oregon Hall of Fame. He is the youngest person to be included in both Halls, and is hailed by the Los Angeles Times as, “the model of what a contemporary guitarist should be.” Guitar Summit Thur, April 21, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 8:00pm Salmon Bay Eagles (All Ages) From 2005-2009 Dan toured and recorded with two time Grammy Winner Diane Schuur playing in over 15 countries and 60 cities. When not on the road with Ms. Schuur he leads his own groups and continues his long standing gigs with drummer Mel Brown, David Friesen, and others. Dan has appeared on over 80 CDs including eight of his own which have received critical acclaim and international airplay. His most recent CD, “Thanksgiving”, features New York heavyweights Gary Versace and Matt Wilson in a free spirited romp through several of Dan’s compositions. Marty Hughley, music critic for The Oregonian wrote, “Dan Balmer, the veteran Northwest guitar star, teams with two of New York’s finest to reimagine the organ trio. The tunes are bright and inviting as much so for the improvisers as for listeners and the playing highlights the emotional warmth of Balmer’s approach with marvelous technique and vibrant imagination.” |
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Don Mock Don Mock began playing music in the 1960’s. He was heavily influenced by the rock and roll stars of that period including Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Alvin Lee and Mike Bloomfield. Throughout the course of his devel- opment, Mock mastered many styles of music including rock, blues and jazz and considers his style a “fusion of his total musical experience”. His musical journey took him, for a time, to Los Angeles. There is played in a popular jazz fusion band and was also a part of an acoustic guitar trio, which also featured Robben Ford and Jamie Findley. Mock is also an educator. In 1974, he met Howard Rob- erts and shortly thereafter began managing guitar seminars for Roberts. In 1977, Mock founded the Guitar Institute of Technology in Los Angeles. He has also published several instructional manuals on improvisation and has produced and directed many instructional videos featuring musical masters such as Joe Pass, Alan Holdsworth, Robben Ford, Herb Ellis, Steve Morse, Paul Gilbert, Pat Martino, Albert Collins, Al DiMeola, Keith Wyatt, John Petrucci, Victor Wooten and many more. Mock is presently an instructor at the Roberts Musical Institute. |
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Mark Taylor PERFORMING AT:
"One of Seattle's finest young musicians."with Wayne Horvitz Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 9:30pm Leif Erikson Lodge (All Ages) - Paul deBarros, The Seattle Times Mark Taylor is one of the most in demand saxophonists in the Pacific Northwest. A Seattle native and resident, Mark's personal sound and style are a fixture on the local jazz scene and have given him opportunities to perform for audiences all over the United States and Japan. Widely respected as a unique and creative improviser, an impeccable ensemble player, and for his stylistic versatility, Mark performs and records extensively with such diverse and award winning groups as Matt Jorgensen +451, Jim Knapp Orchestra, Frieze of Life, Victor Noriega Trio + 2, Tom Varner's Tentet and Quintet, Thomas Marriott's "Willie Nelson Project", Wayne Horvitz, Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, and the Randy Halberstadt Quintet. |
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Steve Korn “Steve's greatest attribute is his sensitivity to the arrangement...where he succeeds in creating structure and continuity...very nice, indeed.” - Drum Magazine Seattle drummer, Steve Korn, is a musician's drummer. Always making the musical content and quality his first priority, Steve's versatile drumming and overall musicianship has made him an integral part of the Seattle jazz scene. Audiences across the United States, Europe and Russia have heralded his work, hearing him on several recent tours and recordings. Steve has three CDs as a leader on Origin Records: Here and Now, Pride and Joy, and Points In Time. Steve won the Earshot Golden Ear Award for Northwest Emerging Artist for the Year 2000. |
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Upper Left Trio “Upper Left Trio can boast being one of the more articulate and thoughtful new trios to emerge in the mainstream in the 21st century.” - All About Jazz.com Upper Left Trio plays a unique form of original music that pays homage to the tradition of the jazz piano trio, while looking to the future for inspiration. Incorporating elements both conventional and bold, Upper Left Trio creates a distinctive sound in which the virtuosity of the individual musician serves the song via each player's ability to hear and respond to any and all sonic events. Upper Left Trio is composed of Clay Giberson on piano, Jeff Leonard on bass, and Charlie Doggett on drums. |
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Slumgum Slumgum is a perpetually inventive quartet of adventurous musicians. The band’s unique voice is shaped by unbridled imagination and diverse influences that include jazz, free improvisation, world music, and modern classical music. They collaborate with a facility and playfulness that is rare for an ensemble, giving their musical curiosity room to explode and yielding daring results. All of these qualities find a home in the band’s innovative and colorful compositions. Performing live, Slumgum delivers their original music with spontaneity and a blend of grit and finesse. For the audience, Slumgum’s exhilarating music projects their sheer joy in playing together. Slumgum is: Jon Armstrong - Tenor Sax, Rory Cowal - Piano; Dave Tranchina - Bass; Trevor Anderies - Drums. |
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Dave Peterson Dave Peterson attended Western Washington University where he directed the lab band and graduated with a degree in Music Composition in 1977. Dave has been teaching at Cornish College of the Arts since 1977 and is a core Jazz Faculty Member. Over the years, Dave has performed with Art Lande, Paul McCandless, Dave Liebman, Bob Moses, Dave Friesen, Paul Motion, Benny Wallace, Gary Peacock, Chuck Israels, Chet Baker, Bud Shank, Esther Phillips, Eddie Harris, Buddy DeFranco, Big Joe Turner, Eddie Vinson, Julian Priester, Ethel Ennis, Don Lanphere and the John Clayton/Jeff Hamilton Big Band. As part of the Seattle Composers and Improvisers Orchestra, Dave has performed with: Dave Holland, Gil Evans, Carla Bley, Anthony Braxton, Karl Berger, Bob Brookmeyer and Sam Rivers. Dave has performed on many CDs with various artists including a solo release: "After Image", on the Nebula label. |
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Ben Thomas “Thomas' crisp and logical solos, technical alacrity and witty compositions have been a dependable pleasure...” - SEATTLE TIMES Whether playing vibes, drumset, percussion, or bandoneon, Ben Thomas combines an energetic performance presence with a dynamic and singular compositional style as he pursues his musical interests spanning jazz, tango, salsa, swing, and chamber music. Called a "restlessly brilliant vibist" by the Seattle Times, Ben's main jazz voice can be heard on his 3 albums for Origin Records and in his regular performances at clubs and festivals around the Northwest. Ben recently received his Doctorate in Musical Arts and teaches at Highline Community College. |
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Wayne Horvitz Pianist Wayne Horvitz has led the groups The President, Pigpen, Zony Mash, and the Four Plus One Ensemble. He has recorded or performed with John Zorn, Bill Frisell, Elliott Sharp, Danny Barnes, Tucker Martine, Butch Morris, Fred Frith, Julian Priester, Philip Wilson, Michael Shrieve, Carla Bley, Tim Young, Bobby Previte, Skerik and others. He is perhaps most famous for being the keyboardist of the band Naked City. He has produced records for the World Saxophone Quartet, Human Feel, Marty Ehrlich, Fontella Bass, The Living Daylights, Bill Frisell or Eddie Palmieri. As a composer, Horvitz has been commissioned by The Kitchen, The Kronos Quartet, Brooklyn Academy of Music, New World Records, The Seattle Chamber Players and Earshot Jazz. He has received commissioning grants from Meet the Composer, The National Endowment for the Arts, The New York State Arts Council, The Mary Flagler Carey Trust, The Seattle Arts Commission, The Lila Wallace-Reader’s Digest Fund and The Fund for U.S. Artists. In 2002 he was awarded a Rockefeller MAP grant for the creation of a new piece, Joe Hill, for chamber orchestra and voice, which premiered in October 2004 in Seattle. In February 2005 he received the Golden Ear award from Earshot Jazz for “Concert of the Year.” |
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Jon Alberts/Jeff Johnson/Tad Britton Pianist/entrepreneur, Jon Alberts, has been a leading figure in the promotion of live, local jazz players in Seattle since 1995 when he opened the Fremont Noodle House and performed every week with band mates, Hans Teuber, Jeff Johnson and Tad Britton. In 2001, Alberts opened the Thaiku restaurant in the heart of old Ballard where he continues to expand and promote the live, local jazz tradition, twice a week, 52 weeks a year, in Thaiku's Fu Kun Wu Lounge. Esquire Magazine included Fu Kun Wu in its "Top Ten Lounges in America" and the live jazz aspect is a testament to its success. For this Jazz Walk, Alberts joins his longtime friend and enigmatic Church of the Subgenius drummer, Tad Britton, along with bassist Jeff Johnson, for two sets of slightly skewed jazz standards. |
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Richard Cole "Cole shows he is still in the vanguard of hard-blowing, progressive tenors..." - Dave Nathan Fans, critics and musicians place Richard Cole in the first rank of his generation's players. A nationally acclaimed talent, Richard is among the most in-demand musicians in the burgeoning jazz scene in the Pacific Northwest. Beside work with such jazz greats as Randy Brecker, Dave Holland, Adam Nussbaum, Julian Priester and John Fedchock, he has toured regularly with fusion star Dan Siegel, performed with r&b legends Gladys Knight, The Temptations and The Four Tops while also composing and performing his own music. Richard's music is clearly jazz, following forward from the intense traditions of the jazz masters, yet it is enriched by the many lessons learned from his wide range of musical experiences. Richard cites numerous influences including the seminal jazz performances of John Coltrane and Joe Henderson. He studied music at Western Washington University and taught woodwinds, ensembles and improvisation at the prestigious Cornish School of Music in Seattle, Washington. Richard can be heard in the Seattle area playing with the likes of John Bishop, John Hansen, Jeff Johnson and Bill Anschell. His latest album for the Origin label, The Forgotten, features modern jazz giants Randy Brecker, Joey Calderazzo, and Adam Nussbaum. |
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Brent Jensen “...a saxophonist of impressive range, from mainstream to free.” - JAZZ TIMES Idaho-based saxophonist Brent Jensen collaborates with long-time Seattle friends drummer John Bishop, bassist Jeff Johnson and pianist Bill Anschell on "One More Mile," his 5th recording for Origin Records. From the freewheeling improvised "Punt" to Anschell's extremely melodic title cut, the group explores different avenues of modern jazz while always maintaining their dynamic and cohesive group aesthetic. "With the inspired support of his fellow Origin recording artists, the gifted Jensen impresses throughout a wide-ranging set of tunes." - JAZZTIMES |
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John Bishop “One can hear many influences in Bishop's playing, including more than a touch of Elvin, but he is clearly an original voice...” - Percussive Notes PERFORMING AT:
One of the primary voices in Northwest Jazz for over 25 years, John Bishop has performed in concerts and clubs with Bobby McFerrin, Lee Konitz, Slide Hampton, Benny Golson, George Cables, Kenny Werner, Sonny Fortune, Bobby Hutcherson, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Tom Harrell, Herb Ellis, Buddy DeFranco, Larry Coryell, Joanne Brackeen, Jon Faddis, Charles McPherson, Carla Bley, Steve Swallow, Kenny Rankin, Joe Locke, Hal Galper, Jessica Williams, and countless others. Along with numerous jingle, film-score, demo & multi-media recording sessions, he's appeared on more than 80 albums including sessions involving Rudy Van Gelder & Teo Macero, and a Grammy-nominated recording on RCA with singer Mark Murphy. Bishop was inducted into the Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame in 2008.
Guitar Summit Thur, April 21, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) |
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Bill Anschell PERFORMING AT:
Pianist Bill Anschell’s concert credits include six European tours with vocalist Nnenna Freelon and five South American tours leading his own trio. He is also highly regarded as a composer; his original pieces have been featured on NBC’s “The West Wing,” HBO’s “The Wire,” and the CBS series “The Defenders.” Anschell, a Seattle native, returned to the Emerald city in 2002 after a long residency in Atlanta. He received Golden Ear Awards the “Northwest Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year” in 2005 and 2010, and his trio was named “Northwest Acoustic Jazz Ensemble of the Year” in 2006. Brotherhood of the Drum Wed, April 20, 8:00pm Conor Byrne Pub (21+) Ballard Jazz Walk Fri, April 22, 8:00pm Egan's Ballard Jam House (All Ages) Mainstage Concert Sat, April 23, 7:30pm Nordic Heritage Museum (All Ages) |
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