CHUCK ISRAELS JAZZ ORCHESTRA

Passion and humor, excitement and romantic tenderness, energy and relaxation, forward moving propulsion and thoughtful contemplation, dramatic variations in dynamics, organized ensembles and spontaneous solo passages….these are the elements we seek to provide in balanced proportion and organized form in order to communicate effectively in the language of jazz.

orchestra members

Chuck Israels: Bass/Arranger

John Nastos: Alto Sax/Flute

David Evans: Tenor Sax/Clarinet

Robert Crowell: Bari Sax/Bass Clarinet

Paul Mazzio: Trumpet/Flugelhorn

John Moak: Trombone

David Goldblatt: Piano

Todd Strait: Drums

Margot Hanson: Voice

Jessica Israels: Voice

Balance of Opposites

This band has been formed in order to maintain and build on the tradition of the best American music - a tradition exemplified by the masterpieces of Armstrong, Ellington, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, The Modern Jazz Quartet, Gil Evans and Bill Evans, among others.

Bill Evans has made the most profound impression on my musical life. The principles that make Bill’s music function as it does are expanded and amplified into a repertoire for this orchestra.

Creating Coherent Beauty

CONTACT

Booking/Info: Susan Chisena Marketing

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