Three jazz superstars - Romero Lubambo, a Brazilian guitarist; Anat Cohen, an Israeli clarinetist; and Peter Martine, a pianist from Missouri - come together to bring audiences fresh, unique jazz sounds. Learn more about this trio from our in-house jazz expert, Robert Ginsburg. Then experience Rio Meets New Orleans Trio at Walton Arts Center on Friday, Oct. 18 at 7:30 pm.
“All three of these artists have appeared in concert in Northwest Arkansas, but never together,” explained Ginsburg. “They are all acclaimed and accomplished artists who bring together the melting pot of ingredients that makes jazz great, virtuosity, style and history. This trio is the perfect storm of talent that brings to life the diverse influences of jazz.”
Ginsburg said that audiences should expect a variety of Samba, Bossa Nova and Afro-Cuban rhythms and beats. Big Easy syncopation will also be incorporated, making this concert a swingin’ musical experience for audiences. Ultimately, jazz has become “world music” and this trio represents the best of all possible worlds.
“The anticipation of how the trio will connect the dots stylistically and emotionally and how it will incorporate the history of jazz while shaping the future,” Ginsburg told us when we asked what excites him the most about Rio Meets New Orleans Trio. “The combination of piano, guitar and clarinet are a unique and unusual instrumentation for a trio and encourages the musicians to step out of the box of traditional roles for their instruments. Prepare for musical surprises on Friday, Oct. 18!”
Dive into uncharted waters and enjoy musical surprises all night long! Tickets start at $35 and are available now at waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.