Acclaimed ECM recording artist Ralph Alessi is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary jazz trumpet. Known for his bold imagination and unmistakable sound, Alessi brings a rare blend of tradition and fearless innovation to every performance.
Raised in a deeply musical family in Northern California, Alessi has earned international recognition for music that is intricate, expressive, and adventurous. Downbeat praises him as “an individualist, with a style and sound all his own.” His collaborators include leading artists such as Steve Coleman, Ravi Coltrane, Jason Moran, Don Byron, and Fred Hersch.
A prolific bandleader with 13 albums to his name—including the acclaimed Baida and It’s Always Now—Alessi arrives with the quartet featured on his upcoming ECM release: Matt Mitchell, John Hebert, and Ches Smith. This performance offers a glimpse into the cutting edge of modern jazz.
Ralph Alessi – Trumpet; Matt Mitchell – Piano; John Hebert – Bass; Ches Smith – Drums
