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SUNDAY! I’m thrilled to be celebrating the relea

SUNDAY! I’m thrilled to be celebrating the release of my new album (The Way to You) up in Tarrytown at the @jazzforumclub . I’ll be joined by @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm and @jschonig for 2 sets at 4 & 6pm. Follow the link in my bio ⬆️ for ticket information. @anzicrecords 📸: @shervinfoto

I had a terrific time talking w/ Jim Motavalli for

I had a terrific time talking w/ Jim Motavalli for this piece in the New York City Jazz Record. Follow the link ⬆️ to read our conversation & check out all the great features & interviews in this month’s issue dedicated to Women’s History Month.
#newyorkcityjazzrecord #womenshistorymonth

TONIGHT at @sfjazz ! I’m thrilled to be joining

TONIGHT at @sfjazz ! I’m thrilled to be joining @anatcohenmusic on the final night of her Artistic Residency - Quartetinho (Anat, @jamesshippmusic @pianovitor & @talmasaya ) + an 18-piece string orchestra led by musical director/conductor @odedlevari & yours truly . 7pm at SFJazz’s Miner Auditorium. Can’t wait!

I’m at a loss for words how to express the joy &

I’m at a loss for words how to express the joy & gratitude filling my heart since Sunday night’s @birdlandjazz concert. To everyone who came & helped us celebrate the release of this album: the love emanating from y’all was incredible - thank you! ❤️ To my musical brothers ( @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm @jschonig @dingmanvibes ) without whom this project wouldn’t exist - I love you to the moon & back! 💫 To @odedlevari #annbraithwaite @rpaternite @kelseyyrobertss @rachelcaswelljazz & all who made this celebration possible: I can’t thank you enough. 🙏🏼 Sending hugs all around!!

It’s Album Release Day!! 🎉 “The Way to You” is officially out in the world! A huge debt of gratitude to the amazing souls listed here who made this project possible:
• Bandmates: @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm @jschonig @dingmanvibes
• Producer: @jeffreylevenson
• Engineering/Production: @aaron_nevezie - @bunkerstudio / #gregcalbi
• Label & release support: @odedlevari - @anzicrecords
• PR: #annbraithwaite
• Radio support: GROOV Marketing & Consulting
• Liner notes: Dr. David Wallace & @esperanzaspalding
• Photos/videos: @shervinfoto / @lukemarantz
• Graphic design: @chrisdrukker
• Hair/make-up: @lovedbytarab / @mitchellmakeup
• Jewelry: @pazsintestextilejewelry

Special thanks to Mom, @rachelcaswelljazz & @michaelwdavis for their love & constant support, @theproductivemusician @gilevansproject & @jodyredhageferber for their friendship & guidance throughout this process, & @nadjenoordhuis & @dave.stryker for their compositional contributions to this project. And a big shout-out to all of YOU who’ve been part of my life these past 18 years. You are in this album 🙏🏼💕

Special delivery!! 🎉 The exhilaration felt when

Special delivery!! 🎉 The exhilaration felt when first holding a project you & your incredible team have crafted is beyond measure. Grateful for this little tactile moment in the streaming/digital age 🙏🏼
• Album release date: 3/3/23 (this Friday)!!
• NYC release concert: 3/5/23 at @birdlandjazz . Come celebrate with me, @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm @jschonig and @dingmanvibes !

Here it is, the video to accompany my 2nd single r

Here it is, the video to accompany my 2nd single released last Friday! “7 Anéis”, written by Egberto Gismonti & arranged by yours truly, features the awesome gentlemen you’ll see on camera: guitarist @jesselewismusic / bassist @ike.sturm / drummer @jschonig. Thanks to @lukemarantz for his brilliant videography, @bunkerstudio for hosting us, @mitchellmakeup her hair/makeup magic, & @michaelwdavis for his invaluable help with all things on/off-set. Follow the link in my bio ⬆️ to stream “7 Anéis” & pre-order the album due out 3/3/23 via @anzicrecords .

The 2nd single from my new album is out TODAY! 🎉 Written by Egberto Gismonti & arranged by yours truly, “7 Anéis” (transl. “7 Rings”) is such a blast to play with @jesselewismusic / @ike.sturm / @jschonig . Follow the link in my bio ⬆️ to access it via your favorite streaming platform & pre-order the album due out on 3/3/23 via @anzicrecords 📷 by @shervinfoto

Thrilled to be celebrating the release of my new a

Thrilled to be celebrating the release of my new album (The Way to You, @anzicrecords ) at @birdlandjazz Theater March 5th! I’ll be joined by the some of my favorite musicians/humans also featured on the album: @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm @jschonig + special guest @dingmanvibes . 2 sets: 7 & 9:30pm. For ticket information, follow the link in my bio ⬆️ Also, my 2nd single drops this Friday! Stay tuned…

Here it is, the video to accompany my 1st single r

Here it is, the video to accompany my 1st single released last Friday! “South Shore”, written by my dear friend @nadjenoordhuis , features the incredible folk you’ll see on camera: guitarist @jesselewismusic / bassist @ike.sturm / drummer @jschonig / vibraphonist @dingmanvibes . Thanks to @lukemarantz for his brilliant videography, @bunkerstudio for hosting us, @mitchellmakeup her hair/makeup magic, & @michaelwdavis for his invaluable help with all things on/off-set. Follow the link in my bio ⬆️ to stream “South Shore” & pre-order the album due out 3/3/23 via @anzicrecords .

The 1st single from my new album is out TODAY! 🎉 Written for the band by dear friend & brilliant trumpeter/composer @nadjenoordhuis , “South Shore” was inspired by the bicycle treks my dad & I used to take around the wooded lakes of southern Indiana. Follow the link in my bio ⬆️ to access this track via your favorite streaming platform & to pre-order the album due out on 3/3/23 via @anzicrecords 🎶🎵 @jesselewismusic @ike.sturm @jschonig @dingmanvibes 📷 by @shervinfoto

Overcome with gratitude for the enthusiasm & suppo

Overcome with gratitude for the enthusiasm & support you all have expressed about my upcoming album - sending love & hugs to each of you! 🙏🏼💕 Here is a short video introducing the album’s backstory & team (YouTube link in bio ⬆️) - thanks to all who took part in it: @ike.sturm @jesselewismusic @jschonig @dingmanvibes #jefflevenson @mitchellmakeup @michaelwdavis @jodyredhageferber … Special thanks to @lukemarantz for his beautiful videography/photography, & @bunkerstudio for hosting us throughout this album’s evolution. 1st single released next week! Stay tuned…

I’m thrilled to announce my new album, The Way t

I’m thrilled to announce my new album, The Way to You, will be released 3/03/2023 on @anzicrecords !! This is my 1st project as a leader in over 17 years & features a stellar trio that has become family in our decade of collaboration: guitarist @jesselewismusic , bassist @ike.sturm , & drummer @jschonig + special guest vibraphonist @dingmanvibes . Produced by @jeffreylevenson , recorded/mixed by @aaron_nevezie , & mastered by @gregcalbi , I couldn’t have asked for a more incredible production team. Stay tuned for updates about single releases & supporting video, pre-orders, & upcoming performances (NYC release concert March 5th at @birdlandjazz !). Special thanks to the following whose artistry you see here on the album cover:
- Photo: @shervinfoto
- Graphic design: @chrisdrukker
- Hair & make-up: @lovedbytarab & @mitchellmakeup
- Jewelry: @pazsintestextilejewelry

Wrapping up a 10-day stay in Florida attending the

Wrapping up a 10-day stay in Florida attending the @jazzednet Annual Conference & collaborating with @chuck.owen.7 ‘s Jazz Surge & ReSurgence. A joy reconnecting with friends & making music with such brilliant folk. Heading home grateful & inspired…

Next & last stop on this month-long road trip: Tam

Next & last stop on this month-long road trip: Tampa/Orlando, FL. The perfect way to end it (& kick off 2023 🎉) collaborating with friend & composer @chuck.owen.7 !
5 concerts total:
• 3 with his large ensemble The Jazz Surge
• 2 with his small ensemble Resurgence featuring the brilliant @kategenevievemcgarry 💕
Can’t wait to reunite w/ this amazing crew!
@jazzednet @pilarsmartini @mypalladium

Happy New Year from across the pond! 🥂🍾 Wrap

Happy New Year from across the pond! 🥂🍾 Wrapping up 5 days exploring London & the surrounding area - an amazing adventure w/ my favorite fellow @michaelwdavis . Total miles walked: 37.5. Wishing everyone a 2023 filled with joy, love, laughter, & light! 🎉

1st day in London: 23,450 steps 🇬🇧 #vacatio

1st day in London: 23,450 steps 🇬🇧
#vacation #explore #walkwalkwalk

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! 🎄Wishing you

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! 🎄Wishing you a season filled with peace, joy, love, & good eats. #hohoho #merrymerry

Hitting the road for a month - a handful of gigs,

Hitting the road for a month - a handful of gigs, a bit of recording, some holiday family time, & a New Year London getaway w/ @michaelwdavis 🎆 First stop…San Diego. Wishing everyone safe travels this holiday season ❄️☃️

Honored to be included in the 2022 @downbeat_mag R

Honored to be included in the 2022 @downbeat_mag Readers Poll! Thanks so much for the support & congrats to all those on this year’s list. Ever grateful to be part of such an inspiring community! #jazz #jazzviolin

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