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Kris Davis (born 1980) is a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. Early life. Davis was born in Vancouver in 1980 and grew up in Calgary, Alberta. [1] . She studied classical piano from the age of six [1] and discovered jazz while a high school student. [2] . She transcribed performances by pianists Herbie Hancock and Keith Jarrett. [2] .
Aug 31, 2023 · Read the latest news and reviews about Kris Davis, a Canadian pianist and composer who performs with her ensemble Diatom Ribbons. Find out about her album 'Of Resistance & Flight', her live shows at the Village Vanguard and more.
Kris Davis is a jazz artist who has released 24 recordings and collaborated with many renowned musicians. She is also a Steinway Artist, a Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice associate, and a Pyroclastic Records founder.
Kris Davis – Diatom Ribbons (Pyroclastic) At a glance, an odd candidate for consensus: Kris Davis, an improviser-composer with the instinct of an alchemist, made Diatom Ribbons by drawing inspiration from oceanic microbiology, tectonic movement and pia …
Diatom Ribbons is a 2019 release by pianist Kris Davis, featuring Esperanza Spalding, Terri Lyne Carrington and other renowned musicians. The album explores the themes of nature, science and composition, inspired by the microscopic organisms called diatoms.
Jun 26, 2024 · Kris Davis is a Vancouver-born, Brooklyn-based pianist-composer who has released several acclaimed albums as a leader and collaborated with many top jazz figures. Learn about her biography, discography, influences, awards and upcoming concerts on All About Jazz.
Sep 1, 2023 · In late May 2022, Kris Davis realized a dream. She and her ensemble Diatom Ribbons performed six nights at New York’s Village Vanguard — the world’s most famous jazz venue. The pianist, composer and bandleader originally had booked the date for April 2020, but like so many other concerts during that time, hers was canceled because of the ...
