Amsterdam Jazz Trio & Russ Spiegel

The international jazz trio consisting of students of the prestigious conservatory in Amsterdam connects three prominent musical personalities from different corners of the world. In their repertoire, author's work with original jazz standards is mixed. The energetic game, mutual interaction and creative improvisation form the basis of their unique sound. The trio will be complemented by a special guest, American guitarist Russ Spiegel. Russ Spiegel is a distinctive personality of the international jazz scene. This versatile guitarist, composer, arranger and teacher, from Miami, ranges from genres - from modern and postmodern jazz to funk, soul and Latin American rhythms to rock and blues. His music is energetic, melodic and sophisticated, confirming the success of the latest Caribbean Blue album (2023), which climbed to 5. The new album Nitty Gritty will be released at the end of March 2025. Rots regularly performs at festivals around the world, composing music for film and television, and is engaged in arrangements for various music formations, including big bands. He holds a doctorate in the field of jazz compositions from the University of Miami and works as a teacher at the University of Florida. In addition to concert activities, it also leads workshops and courses around the world.

Composition:
Matěj Bursík - saxophon
Emil Novotný - double bass
Olivier kayl - drums
Russ Spiegel - guitar