An iconic jazz pianist and composer, Thelonious Monk was known for his unique improvisational style. He made numerous contributions to the standard jazz repertoire, and 35 years after his passing, he still has a strong and loyal worldwide following. Ted Rosenthal is one of the leading jazz pianists of his generation, actively touring worldwide with his trio, as a soloist, and in various configurations.
Chilean vocalist Natalia Bernal, keyboardist Mike Eckroth and seven-string guitarist Jason Ennis blend the infectious rhythms and nuanced songwriting traditions of Latin America, original compositions and picks from the great American songbook into a surprising improvisational texture. In this special performance, the trio invites to the stage the great Eugene Friesen, a cellist and improvisor known for blending classical and world music traditions.
Jack Waldheim & the Criminal Hearts cannot be defined by conventional labels, their style ranges from funky blues, to slam poetry, to Waitsian melancholy, acoustic rock and wherever else they want to go. But always with a dangerous edgy heart that keeps the listener engaged and involved in the outcome of the whole thing... waiting to see what will come of... Jack Waldheim & the Criminal Hearts.