Pianist Chris McCarthy and trumpeter Takuya Kuroda are two of the most innovative forces in modern jazz, and together, they craft a sound that is equal parts sophisticated and electrifying. McCarthy, praised by The New York Times for his "high skill and sensitivity," has made a name for himself as one of New York's most in-demand pianists, collaborating with icons like Jerry Bergonzi and tap legend Dormeshia. His genre-blurring approach is showcased on albums like Still Time to Quit and Life's a Gig, and now, he takes the stage at Black Cat with Kuroda in an exciting new collaboration.
Expect deep rhythms, hypnotic melodies, and exhilarating interplay as McCarthy and Kuroda bring their genre-defying artistry to Black Cat. This is live jazz at its most inspired.
Band Lineup:
Chris McCarthy, piano
Takuya Kuroda, trumpet
Sam Minaie, bass
Eden Bareket, baritone sax
Steven Crammer, drums
Pianist Chris McCarthy and trumpeter Takuya Kuroda are two of the most innovative forces in modern jazz, and together, they craft a sound that is equal parts sophisticated and electrifying. McCarthy, praised by The New York Times for his "high skill and sensitivity," has made a name for himself as one of New York's most in-demand pianists, collaborating with icons like Jerry Bergonzi and tap legend Dormeshia. His genre-blurring approach is showcased on albums like Still Time to Quit and Life's a Gig, and now, he takes the stage at Black Cat with Kuroda in an exciting new collaboration.
Expect deep rhythms, hypnotic melodies, and exhilarating interplay as McCarthy and Kuroda bring their genre-defying artistry to Black Cat. This is live jazz at its most inspired.
Band Lineup:
Chris McCarthy, piano
Takuya Kuroda, trumpet
Sam Minaie, bass
Eden Bareket, baritone sax
Steven Crammer, drums