Ted Piltzecker playing vibes with four mallets

Ted Piltzecker

Ted PiltzeckerThe North Street Cabaret — Saturday, April 2, 2022 — 8PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 03/22/2022

Ted Piltzecker has a long history of traveling the world, spreading his lyrical approach to playing the vibraphone. He often collaborates with fine local players, and for this performance he has recruited the Lawrence University Faculty Jazz Ensemble.

For the curious: Two up-and-coming vibraphonists that Ted recommends looking for are Isaiah Petrie who is studying in Kansas City, MO, and Oliver Mayman in Ann Arbor, MI.


Quin Kirchner & Rob Clearfield

Quin Kirchner & Rob Clearfield

Quin Kirchner & Rob Clearfield  — Audio for the Arts — Friday, April 1, 2022 — 8PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 3/18/2022

The new album “Concentric Orbits” from Trans-Atlantic improvisers Quin Kirchner and Rob Clearfield was recorded during the sessions for Quin’s 2020 release “The Shadows and The Light.” Madison is fortunate to host the first night of the release tour for this album of compelling synergy.

 


Dave King playing drums and wearing a hat.

Dave King

The Bad PlusThe Bur Oak — Saturday, March 19, 2022 — 8PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 02/10/2022

Whether he’s speaking in a whisper or a roar, Dave King’s voice is distinctive and recognizable. Indeed, along with a very select few others, he has redefined the role of drummer for his generation and those to follow. His originality extends to his compositions and the extraordinary bands with which he affiliates.

 


Cody Steinmann holding his guitar

Cody Steinmann

Cody Steinmann's Sightless Quartet  — Audio for the Arts — Saturday, March 12, 2022 — 8PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 2/4/2022

Cody Steinmann is on an earnest quest to realize the sound that fulfills his vision and the direction he wants to take his music. He’s also open about the life struggles early on that formed him as a player and some of the aspects of the music scene where he feels some incongruity.