Artist description Maybe it’s the changing seasons, or something in the air. Or perhaps it has a little something to do with genes and prolific talent, but John Pizzarelli just can’t stop making records. With the latest marking their debut with the respected jazz, classical and blues label, Telarc International, Pizzarelli and his Trio continue a string of outstanding contemporary swing records that is setting the standard for stylish modern jazz. John Pizzarelli has built a winning career on classic standards and late-night ballads and his highly-regarded guitar work, creating a sound and an atmosphere that have won over a new audience ready to swing and swoon. Using greats like Nat “King” Cole and Frank Sinatra and the songs of writers like Sammy Cahn, George and Ira Gershwin, Johnny Mercer and Jimmy Van Heusen as touchstones, Pizzarelli is among the prime interpreters of the popular American songbook, bringing to his work the cool jazz flavor of his brilliant guitar playing, and investing the eloquence of these masters with a contemporary flavor.

Music Style Jazz Vocals and Guitar

Artist History Since 1992, the John Pizzarelli Trio has toured Europe, the United States, Japan and South America extensively, even opening tour dates for Frank Sinatra and, along the way, they have earned rave reviews. Stephen Holden wrote in the New York Times in 1999: “Like the Nat King Cole Trio, Mr. Pizzarelli’s trio balances a taut, rhythmic intensity against an attitude of cool, intimate understatement.”

Group Members John Pizzarelli - vocals, guitar George Shearing - piano Ted Piltzecker -- vibraphone Reg Schwager -- guitar Neil Swainson -- bass Dennis Mackrel -- drums

Albums The Rare Delight of You, Kisses in the Rain, Let There Be Love

Press Reviews "Pizzarelli's light, conversational tenor is one of the most amiable sounds in the jazz vocal field." -- Los Angeles Times "...an engaging collaboration..." -- New York Times "The two combine to form a superb sound—classy and modern." -- Boston Herald "Two generations of sophisticated jazz mastery come together..." -- Elle

Location Cleveland, OH - USA

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