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Tima Volozh

Jazz drummer Tima Volozh is a Brooklyn based, Russian born musician who is quickly making a name for himself as a dynamic voice in the New York jazz scene. After years of living in London (UK), Tima relocated to New York to pursue a Master’s degree in jazz performance at New York University. Since completing his studies, he recorded his debut album of original compositions and arrangements for quintet. Set to be released in December 2023 on Shifting Paradigm Records the album "Jubilee" features Paul Motian alumni Jerome Harris (bass) and Brad Shepik (guitar) along with Timo Vollbrecht (saxophone), and Noah Franche-Nolan (piano). Additionally, Tima's collaborative EP "Barberia's Delight" with Marshal Herridge featuring pianist Anthony Wonsey is set to be released in October 2023. Tima holds a monthly residency at Fiction Bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

In addition to his quintet, Tima Volozh leads a quartet featuring Ari Hoenig on piano, with guitarist David Blake or George Grydkovets and bassist Marshal Herridge. Tima also leads a trio featuring pianist Anthony Wonsey.

As a sideman, Tima has performed with harmonica player Cy Leo, guitarist Steve Cardenas, bassist Marshal Herridge, pianist Antonio Ciacca and guitarist Leonid Morozov. Tima has recorded on pianist Oscar Caucaly and guitarist Nick Rousseau’s albums, released on ADHYAROPA label.

In 2022, as a member of Boysie Lowery Jazz Residency, Tima performed at the 35th annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival in Wilmington, Delaware. Tima’s new group featuring guitarist David Blake, pianist Noah Franche-Nolan and bassist Warren Louie have been awarded an artist residency artist at the Avaloch Farm Music Institute.

Tima Volozh: Jubilee

Read "Jubilee" reviewed by Katchie Cartwright

by Katchie Cartwright
December 14, 2023

Jubilee is the excellent debut release of Russian-born New York-based drummer Tima Volozh. The group was formed in March 2022, assembled for a benefit performance in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The rhythm section features bassist Jerome Harris and guitarist Brad Shepik, both of whom are known for their work with drummer Paul Motian, among notable others. Volozh met them while researching Motian's music for his master's degree thesis at New York University. Canadian pianist and composer Noah Franche-Nolan ...

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NYC-Based, Russian Born Drummer Tima Volozh Will Release 'Jubilee' On December 1

Source: GoMedia PR
November 11, 2023

On December 1, Russian-born, NYC-based drummer Tima Volozh will release Jubilee, his debut recording. The album’s genesis can be traced to the benefit concert that he organized in March 2022 as a response to the war in Ukraine, where he assembled musicians who shared his concern for the situation. Citing Paul Motian as one of his major influences, Volozh first interacted with Brad Shepik and Jerome Harris while conducting his research into Paul Motian’s music – the subject of his ...
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