Pat Bianchi & Nick Hempton
“soul people”
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Pat Bianchi and Nick Hempton are two exceptionally talented musicians who have dedicated their craft to the genre of soul jazz. With their masterful skills, saxophonist Hempton and organist Bianchi have breathed new life into this classic genre. Soul jazz, with its infectious grooves, captivating melodies, and heartfelt improvisations, resonates deeply with audiences seeking an uplifting and soulful musical experience. Hempton's expressive and soulful saxophone playing, combined with Bianchi's virtuosic and dynamic organ playing, creates a magical synergy that transports listeners to a place of pure musical bliss. Together they remind us of the timeless beauty and power of soul jazz, proving that the genre continues to thrive and evolve in the capable hands of these remarkable musicians.
select past appearances
The Village Vanguard, Blue Note Jazz Fest, Beacon Theater, Birdland, Smalls Jazz Club, Dizzy’s, The Blue Note (NYC); Monterey Jazz Fest, Newport Jazz Fest, Blues Alley, Vitello’s, TD Jazz Fest, Cliff Bell’s, Detroit Jazz Fest, The Green Mill, The Jazz Showcase, Frankie’s (N. America); Ronnie Scott’s (UK); Duc des Lombards, Sunside (France); Ascona Jazz Fest (Switzerland); Sydney Opera House, Manly Jazz Fest (Australia); “I Love Jazz” Fest (Brazil); Hong Kong Convention Centre, Chongqing Grand Theatre, East Shore Jazz Club Beijing (China); Esplanade Theatre (Singapore); Motion Blue (Indonesia), etc.
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“Bianchi has established his own voice as an organist, something not easily done, and gives ample evidence why many regard him as the next big thing on the venerable Hammond B3.”
“Hempton is a postmodern ‘soul’ player... his meaty but sophisticated style, inspired not only by Gene Ammons but also by Dexter Gordon, Stanley Turrentine and Sonny Stitt (switching equally fluently between tenor and alto sax) is an instantly recognizable delight.”
“Bianchi’s deep knowledge of jazz organ history continues to inform his own voice. While he is a proponent of the classic jazz organ trio sound, he’s not confined by it.”
“It’s hard to imagine a saxophonist with a better sound than Hempton... His measured and impeccably logical solos are a reminder of the virtue of understatement.”
“Big fat grooves, a real sense of swing, strong melodies and even stronger rhythms... this is high quality straight-ahead jazz.”
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