Jazz Articles about The Klobas/Kesecker Ensemble

The Klobas/Kesecker Ensemble: No Gravity

by Woodrow Wilkins
February 27, 2008

The vibraphone has long been a staple among jazz instruments, preferred by such musicians as the legendary Lionel Hampton and contemporary Gary Burton. However, its next of kin, the marimba, isn't heard nearly often enough. Tommy Kesecker is one who is proficient with both instruments.Along with bassist Pat Klobas, Kesecker leads The Klobas/Kesecker Ensemble, a small group of free-spirited musicians. Klobas, a graduate of San Francisco State University, has performed with Rosemary Clooney, The Three Tenors, and the ...