Bill Frisell & HARMONY FIVE feat. Petra Haden, Hank Roberts, Luke Bergman & Tim Angulo – 9:00 PM

“Frisell has had a lot of practice putting high concept into a humble package. Long hailed as one of the most distinctive and original improvising guitarists of our time, he has also earned a reputation for teasing out thematic connections with his music…” – The New York Times

Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than forty-five years and many celebrated recordings. His catalog has been cited by DownBeat as “the best recorded output of the decade.” Bill Frisell & HARMONY FIVE expands upon 2019’s HARMONY project, blending jazz, traditional Americana, and chamber music; and features Petra Haden on vocals, Hank Roberts on cello and vocals, Luke Bergman on bass and vocals, and Tim Angulo on drums.

As a singer, instrumentalist, and composer, Petra Haden has established a singular reputation for creativity and versatility, and a unique niche, allowing her to apply her diverse talents to a wide range of music, including her work as part of the 1990 alt-rock quartet That Dog, her solo albums Imaginaryland (1996), Petra Haden Sings: The Who Sell Out (2005), and Petra Goes to the Movies (2012).

With a career spanning over fifty years, improvisational cellist and composer Hank Roberts has performed internationally with a diverse array of celebrated musicians. His playing is featured on many recordings, including dozens of his own as a leader and collaborator. 

Luke Bergman is a multi-instrumentalist based in New York City. As a pedal steel guitarist, he is known for his distinctive approach to the instrument, performing jazz and classical music alongside repertoire traditionally associated with that instrument. He has released two solo albums and one trio album with Jason Burger and Martin Nevin. 

Timothy Angulo is a drummer and composer based in New York City. Although his background is in jazz, Angulo has performed with a dizzying array of musicians across genres. Combining intuition and discipline to allow the music to reveal itself regardless of genre, Angulo is one of the most original, innovative, and versatile drummers working today.

Bill Frisell Website
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