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This dynamic trio from New York City blends the infectious rhythms and nuanced songwriting traditions of Brazil, Chile, Cuba and other Latin American countries with the spontaneous and exhilarating improvisation and interplay of jazz. Having immersed themselves in the cultures from which they draw their inspiration, Chilean Vocalist Natalia Bernal, Keyboardist Mike Eckroth (of John Scofield’s New Quartet) and Seven-string Guitarist Jason Ennis put their unique stamp on familiar bossa-novas, boleros, tangos, Andean folk tunes, jazz standards and original compositions, weaving an intriguing cross-cultural tapestry. Bernal, Eckroth and Ennis released their first CD, “La Voz de Tres,” in September 2010.
“The musicianship is impeccable and Ms. Bernal’s voice is a revelation.”
-Richard B. Kamins, Step Tempest Blog
“…The beautiful voice of Natalia Bernal, combined with the pianistic sensibility of Mike Eckroth, and the dynamic seven string guitar of Jason Ennis makes them worthy recipients of this award and many more to come.”
-Musico Pro Magazine, Independent Star Award presentation
“…a skilled, tasty trio…”
-George Fendel, Jazz Society of Oregon
Click here to Listen the the trio in live performance on WAMC, an NPR affiliate in Albany, NY
Audio samples from our recent release:
La Voz de Tres
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Ojos Azules (Andean Traditional, Arr. Jason Ennis)
Berimbau (Powell/ De Moraes, arr. Jason Ennis)
Cuentame tu Pena (Natalia Bernal, arr. Jason Ennis)
Inútil Paisagem (Jobim/de Olivera)
Samba Triste (Powell/Blanco, arr. Mike Eckroth)
Natalia Bernal, Vocals
Mike Eckroth, Keyboards
Jason Ennis, Seven-string Guitar
Click here to view complete liner notes and translations for La Voz de Tres