A singer whose rich and entrancing voice evokes the dramatic landscape of her homeland; A formidable pianist who possesses both an encyclopedic knowledge of jazz and Cuban music and an unwavering dedication to the groove; a guitarist who slides fluidly from classical elegance to funky, blues-inspired phrases on an instrument borrowed from the choro and samba traditions of Brazil. These three voices comprise the unique sound of New York City-based world jazz trio, La Voz de Tres. Chilean vocalist Natalia Bernal, keyboardist Mike Eckroth and seven-string guitarist Jason Ennis blend the infectious rhythms and nuanced songwriting traditions of Latin America, original compositions and choice picks from the Great American Songbook in a surprising and refreshing improvisational texture.
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
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