BRATTLEBORO — The Vermont Jazz Center will present Cyrus Chestnut in a trio concert on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 8 p.m.
Called the best pianist of his generation by Time magazine, Chestnut will appear with his current trio, featuring bassist Eric Wheeler and drummer Evan Sherman.
Chestnut's repertoire is vast, varied, and deep. His superb original compositions, his soulful connection to the African-American gospel tradition, and his extraordinary technique have earned him the highest regard from both his peers and jazz aficionados from around the world.
VJC says in its program announcement that a concert by the Cyrus Chestnut Trio “is a breathtaking event: those in attendance will be privy to a manifestation of talent and intention, an experience that crystalizes the potential of the highest level of musicianship, craftwork and heart within the jazz tradition.”
Chestnut will be joined by bassist Eric Wheeler, who has performed with the likes of Stephon Harris, Tim Warfield, Eddie Henderson, Mike Phillips, Roy Hargrove, Antonio Hart, and Pharoah Sanders.
Drummer Evan Sherman has performed with greats such as Anat Cohen, Kenny Burrell, Ron Carter, Bob Cranshaw, Ray Drummond, Benny Green, Roy Hargrove, Stefon Harris, Jimmy Heath, Hubert Laws, John Lee, James Moody, The New York Voices, Claudio Roditi, and Esperanza Spalding.