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Pat Péronne Official

Pianist, Keyboardist, Composer.

Peg Delaney

Conor Cantrell

Born: July 26, 1990

Born in Galway, Ireland, Conor embarked on his professional musical career at the age of fourteen, establishing himself as a versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter. His development as an artist has been profoundly shaped by his beginnings as a trumpet player and the opportunity to study under and receive masterclasses from some of the world’s most distinguished musicians and educators, including Steve Waterman, Gene Calderazo, Phil Robson, Dave Liebman, Mark Turner, Rufus Reid, Jonathan Kreisberg, Ari Hoenig, and Jerry Bergonzi, among many others.

Throughout his career, Conor has had the honour of performing and recording alongside various internationally acclaimed artists and ensembles such as The Commitments, Imelda May, The Republic of Loose, the Brexit Big Band, Brian Priestly, the Matt Roberts Bigband and Louis Stewart.

Jürgen Friedrich

Born: March 7

Jürgen Friedrich is an european Pianist and Composer/Arranger. He is working in the field of Jazz, Improvisation and Contemporary Music.
His unique style is apparent in many projects - ranging from small groups, like piano trio, to orchestral settings, like big band or string orchestra combined with improvisers.
As an educator he is teaching Piano and Composition at the University of Music and Dance Cologne/Germany.

Stabe Wilson

Stabe Wilson: A Saxophonist Extraordinaire

Passionate, soul-stirring, and eclectic—these adjectives perfectly capture the essence of saxophonist Stabe Wilson's musical journey. Hailing from Oakland, California, Stabe's love affair with the saxophone began at the tender age of ten. By eleven, after a captivating performance at his father's church, he knew his calling was to share his extraordinary talent with the world. 

Stabe honed his craft studying music at Chabot Community College, College of Alameda, and San Francisco State University. At the College of Alameda, he had the privilege of being part of the Big Band under the legendary jazz pianist Bill Bell, which further shaped his musical foundation.

Larry Williams

Born: March 7, 1955

I think most people live more than one life  (sometimes many lives) in a single lifetime.

For example, I was born into a family where trumpet was the "family instrument" and went on to a long running career as a pro trumpet player however, the developing artist/composer side of me had always chose guitar over the horn. 

The heart wants what the heart wants.

Early in my trumpet practice years (when I was 15) I would secretly steal time away from the horn on a guitar I borrowed from a friend, and though I progressed quickly on both instruments, the horn got me into "the biz" first, so I followed that path with guitar becoming the primary composing/songwriting tool.

Naïssam Jalal

A vertiginous flautist, vocalist and prolific composer, Naïssam Jalal shines through her ability to forge links between different musical cultures and aesthetic fields. Through encounters, imaginaries and memories, she presents a unique work for each new creation. She deconstructs borders and invents a singular language that invites us to open up to multiple horizons.

Naïssam Jalal has received many prestigious awards, including the Grand Prix de l’Académie Charles Cros 2017, the Victoire du Jazz (French Grammy) in 2019 (+ 3 nominations), the Prix des Musiques d’ICI 2020 and the Premier Prix Jazz at the International Songwriting Competition 2022.

Natalie Jacob

Natalie Jacob, a native Angelino, spent her high school summers working as an usher at the Hollywood Bowl, where she first heard many of the jazz greats and immediately fell in love with the music. Her upcoming debut solo album, Sooner or Later, showcases her warm, inviting vocals on jazz standards, bossa nova and selections from the Great American Songbook. Produced by Scotty Barnhart, GRAMMY (c) Award-Winning Director of the Count Basie Orchestra and Associate Professor of Music at Florida State University, the album features pianist Tamir Hendelman, GRAMMY (c) Award-winning bassist Carlitos Del Puerto, drummer Clayton Cameron, guitarist Anthony Wilson, and percussionist Kevin Winard.

Eric Hollaway

Eric Hollaway, known online as “thatbassvoice,” is a renowned bass vocalist celebrated for his rich, resonant voice and captivating performances. With a passion for music that spans genres and generations, Hollaway has carved a unique niche in vocal artistry.

Hollaway’s journey into the world of music began at an early age. His natural talent was evident from the start, and he quickly became involved in various musical activities during his school years. His deep, powerful voice set him apart, and it wasn’t long before he decided to pursue a career in singing.

Boris Grubesic

Born: July 24, 1991

Boris Grubesic, based in Stockholm, Sweden, is a guitarist and songwriter whose music blends folk, jazz, improvisational elements and pop. Influenced by guitarists and composers like Marc Ribot, Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell, Leo Kottke, Barney Kessel, and Agustin Pereyra Lucena, Boris creates a unique musical narrative.

His debut solo album, 'Stundom,' released on June 19th, 2024, features a collection of guitar compositions with short tunes and improvisations.

Boris is also a member of the bands Mata Kopa and Smiling Man.