Alvester Garnett is a rising star of the jazz drums. He has performed or recorded with Betty Carter, Abbey Lincoln,Cyrus Chestnut, Regina Carter, James Carter, Teddy Edwards,Stefon Harris, Roy Hargrove, Benny Golson,Al Grey, Wynton Marsalis, Lou Donaldson, Lonnie Smith, Jackie Terrason, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kevin Mahogany, Clark Terry, Pharoh Sanders, Jimmy Witherspoon, Milt Hinton, Greg Osby and Ellis Marsalis.
Matthew Parrish is a leading young jazz bassist and has performed or recorded with Clark Terry, Regina Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Ravi Coltrane, Mickey Roker, Bobby Durham, Shirley Scott, Marion McPartland, Al Grey, Stefon Harris, and Greg Osby.
Bach To The Blues--Improvisations on Classical Themes
In a creative improvisational approach to classical themes The David Leonhardt Trio interprets the Great Composers like you've never heard them before. From Beethoven to Aaron Copeland, Bach to Chopin, and Shubert to Erik Satie this fantastic group of jazz improvisers takes the audience on a melodic and rhythmic exploration of these timeless musical themes. Critics and audiences alike are raving about Bach To The Blues". Improvisation historically had been part of the classical music tradition but has been lost in modern times. For years David Leonhardt has performed improvisations on classical music as part of his concerts. This CD is a culmination of that experimentation and study with the trio. True to the spirit of great improvisers like Bach and Chopin this recording uses a jazz attitude to explores musical landscapes only suggested by the original compositions.
Upcoming Appearances:
Nov 8: Sunday Jazz For Yoga 6:30 Yoga class & 7:30 Performance at Easton Yoga $20 Yoga Class and Performance or $15 performance only Leonhardt originals from three CD series Jazz For Yoga Easton Yoga, 524 Northampton St., Easton, Pa. 610-923-7522 Playing original compositions, the David Leonhardt Jazz Trio of piano, bass, and drums performs music perfect for yoga/movement/breathing/meditation--with vibrant musical landscapes, transporting rhythmic journeys, and compelling melodic adventures accompanying a 45-minute led yoga class with Easton Yoga owner Alicia Rambo Wozniak. The evening will conclude with a 45-minute performance by the David Leonhardt Jazz Trio and Potluck dinner. All ages and levels are welcome. https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/home.asp
Nov 21: Saturday w/ Houston Person sax jazz legend w/ The David Leonhardt Trio- Deer Head in Poconos 7-11:00 Here is a fantastic video!
Nov 22: Sunday Jazz For Yoga at Hot Yoga New Jersey 4:00 PM $30 for the jazz and yoga set concert set afterward free 246 Third Ave Westwood, NJ 07675 1-202-594-yoga
Additional Exciting News:
Leonhardt can be heard on the radio on David Fathead" Newman's posthumously released CD The Blessing" arranged by David Leonhardt with two of Leonhardt's originals. Rapidly approaching #1!
The David Leonhardt Jazz Group plays songs from the new CD Bach To The Blues" to be released Jan. 2! Improvisations on Classical themes
Coming up: Gigs w/ Jazz legend Houston Person, More Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers, Allentown Symphony Hall, Muhlenberg College, Smoot Theater, Bordentown Concerts, Bucks County, Flushing Town Hall Queens NY. Yoga Nine NJ more!
For more information contact Kari-On Productions.