Artist description Jazz flute combining elements from jazz, R&B, rock, folk, and classical like the wonderful sense of mystery we enjoy in San Francisco. The Christmas CD "And Of The Son" is a beautiful collection of acoustic primarily solo flute.

Music Style Jazz, Christmas

Musical Influences Hubert Laws, Herbie Mann, Ian Andersen, Bobbi Humphrey, Jazz, R&B, and Classical Music.

Similar Artists Steve Kujala, Hubert Laws

Artist History The Karen Stachel Jazztet consist of four members all of whom perform with Bay Area groups including her husband, Norbert Stachel, lead saxophonist with 'Tower of Power'. The Jazztet formed in 1992, is an active San Francisco jazz group. It performs in a wide range of settings, from music festivals to local jazz clubs. In 2000, the Christmas album "And Of The Son" was released which is being well received. With the successful release of the album on MP3.com, look forward to more of this soulful flutist right here..

Instruments Flute, guitar, bass, drums

Albums And Of The Son, In the Name Of The Father

Press Reviews San Francisco jazz flutist Karen Stachels' smooth, lyrical playing backed up on most pieces by guitar, bass, and drums creates a rhythmic, mellow music that is perfect for the ambiance of a crowded coffee house or jazz club. The Karen Stachel Jazztet is highly recommended for an evening of beautiful jazz mixed with innovative pieces. -East Bay Express

Additional Info The full length Christmas CD features 8 more tracks: The Christmas Song, Merry Christmas Darling, Have Yourself A Merry Christmas, The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year, I Don't Know How To Love Him, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Silent Night, and O Little

Location San Francisco, CA - USA

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