Christopher Dean Sullivan

Transcendence: The Music of Pat Metheny

by Kyle Simpler
October 8, 2025

Although Pat Metheny is known primarily as a guitarist, he has also established himself as one of the most influential composers in modern jazz. His music emphasizes storytelling and emotion over virtuosity. His compositions incorporate various elements from rock, Americana, and world music, adding nuances that appeal to listeners both within and outside the jazz world. With Transcendence: The Music of Pat Metheny, pianist Bob Gluck, along with bassist Christopher Dean Sullivan and drummer Karl Latham, together create a trio ...