My Ambition
My ambition is…
- … to play jazz which is not just contemporary mainstream, but which is infused with classical beauty,
- … to maintain a repertoire which is based on the Great American Songbook but also on the most beautiful, interesting and some of which are rarely heard works of the jazz legends,
- … to express my adoration of the greats of the world of jazz – the most important of which being my friend and mentor, Hank Jones,
- … to approach the traditional with great respect and nevertheless with a modern touch,
- … to give all interpretations my own personal stamp,
- … to entertain my audience,
- … to give my musicians plenty of space as soloists,
- … to contribute to the success of promoters on various levels,
- … to reach audiences, musicians and event holders with my love of classic jazz,
- … not ever to stop learning.