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Clipper Anderson

Bassist Clipper Anderson is one of the most highly regarded musicians on the Northwest jazz scene today. Known for his improvisational virtuosity, his steady presence in the pocket and his command of multiple styles, Clipper plays with an unassuming maste

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Bassist Clipper Anderson is one of the most highly regarded musicians on the Northwest jazz scene today. Known for his improvisational virtuosity, his steady presence in the pocket and his command of multiple styles, he plays with genuine reverence for the music and an unassuming mastery that speaks for itself. Clipper has enjoyed a distinguished career as a composer, studio musician, performer, vocalist and educator. He plays at jazz festivals throughout the Unites States and Canada and has appeared on numerous recordings, including five with Northwest vocalist Greta Matassa. His new CD “The Road Home,” (Origin) marks his debut as a solo artist. Throughout the years, Clipper has had the pleasure of working with some of the biggest names in contemporary jazz including Michael Brecker, Arturo Sandoval, Tamir Hendleman and Buddy De Franco to name just a few. Clipper is an annual guest artist at the Buddy DeFranco/University of Montana Jazz Festival and the Blaine Jazz Festival. He is currently on the jazz faculty at Pacific Lutheran University.