Avishai Cohen Trio
His first-ever Sydney show, and Australia Tour
Without a doubt, Avishai Cohen is one of the best bassists of his time, captivating large live audiences, listeners and passionate fans worldwide.
“…his playing remains as jaw dropping as ever.”
Downbeat USA
Tuesday, October 18th
Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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The Trio
The synchronicity Cohen shares with pianist Elchin Shirinov, as they deftly harmonise on melody lines. Young drummer Roni Kaspi is a revelation, an often-effortless player with a graceful control of the kit.
Elchin Shirinov
Piano
Passionate. Thoughtful. Always playing with care, Elchin Shirinov is a musician for us to discover and enjoy. He has a really good sense of how to orchestrate for the trio setting. In particular, he finds a distinct place for the piano and the bass in the music. Elchin Shirinov has developed a sound and approach all his own.
Avishai Cohen
Bassist, Singer, Composer
Over the last two decades Internationally acclaimed bassist, singer, composer Avishai Cohen, has earned his reputation as one of the world’s greatest bassists.
“That time with Shai Maestro and Mark Guiliana was very special. But I honestly think I now have a trio where that kind of magic is happening again.” – Cohen
Roni Kaspi
Drums and Cymbals
21-year-old Roni Kaspi [Israel] has been playing the drums since the age of 7.
Roni’s drum playing defies genre. Winner of competition of excellence in music at Berklee College, awarded AICF creative excellence grant for Jazz music studies.