Scofield Holland Duo + William Parker Quartet

John Scofield - Dave Holland Duo

John Scofield (guitar), Dave Holland (bass)

Two musicians, Scofield and Holland, guitar and bass, friends who have followed their own paths, sometimes running into one another: both were part of the Miles Davis band at different times; they coincided on the Miles Davis tribute album So Near, So Far (Musings for Miles) (1993); they were members of the ScoLoHoFo super group with which they toured on several occasions and recorded the album Oh! (2003).

Now they join forces once again to bring a new conversation, a musical dialogue in duo format, performing original compositions of their own repertoires together with a selection of Jazz standards. A coming together between two giants of contemporary Jazz, two singular musical minds who continue to inspire Jazz musicians and aficionados all over the world, who promise a concert packed with magical moments, artistic prowess, virtuoso renderings and accomplished improvisations.

John Scofield

John Scofield is considered to be one of the most influential guitarists of contemporary Jazz. For decades, the North American musician has been showing us that he is one of the few artists who can boast the ability to delve into many musical styles easily and skilfully. Famous for his high-octane groove, he is deemed to be one of the players, within Jazz orthodoxy, who most intensely brings the funk experience to his listeners.

Scofield, a brilliant guitarist and composer, masterful improvisor, has recorded more than 30 albums as frontman and has collaborated on hundreds of recordings. Over his career he has worked with legendary names including Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, Gary Burton, Tony Williams, Jim Hall, Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson, Terumasa Hino, Pat Metheny, Charlie Haden, Eddie Harris, Medeski Martin & Wood, Bill Frisell, Brad Mehldau, Mavis Staples, Government Mule, Jack DeJohnette, Joe Lovano, Phil Lesh…

Dave Holland

Britain’s Dave Holland, a sensational double bass player and composer of exceptional musicality, has been performing on stage for more than 50 years. His music has left a deep impression on the world of contemporary Jazz and his career is packed with stellar moments: he played in Miles Davis’ rhythm section on In a Silent Way (1969) and on Bitches Brew (1970) with Chick Corea in Circle, with John Abercrombie and Jack DeJohnette in the Getaway trio, with Herbie Hancock and Pat Metheny in Parallel Realities, with Stan Getz, with Sam Rivers...

William Parker Quartet

William Parker (contrabajo), Rob Brown (saxo alto), Eri Yamamoto (piano), Ikuo Takeuchi (batería)

William Parker

New York’s William Parker is considered by critics to be the best free Jazz double bass players of all times and is a prolific artist, composer, multi instrumentalist, writer and educator to boot.

He has driven a number of cutting-edge projects focused on bringing an updated meaning to the tradition of avant-garde Jazz, particularly including the Creative Music Orchestra, the Cosmic Mountain Quartet and In Order to Survive.
Throughout his career, Parker has collaborated with big names like Cecil Taylor, Milford Graves, Don Cherry, Peter Brotzmann, Peter Kowald, David S. Ware… He has released more than 40 albums as a band leader, having also featured on some 150 recordings, written six books and performed at festivals and on stages all over the world.

William Parker is a legendary musician who has left an indelible mark on today’s music. His commitment to innovation and creative freedom and his intense understanding of musical language make him a fundamental figure in the history of modern Jazz and the most creative music.

Eri Yamamoto

Japanese pianist and composer Eri Yamamoto moved to the United States in 1995. Today, following regular appearances on the New York scene, she is considered to be one of the most singular and original executants of her instrument.

The last three decades have seen her perform in the New York circuit, in Japan, Canada, Africa, Jamaica, Australia and in almost all of Europe, alternating the big festivals with clubs and smaller spaces.

At the Jazzaldia we have been lucky enough to enjoy the visit of Eri Yamamoto’s elegant and evocative music at two editions, in 2019 with the Easo Abesbatza choir, and twice in 2023, with her trio and solo on the piano.

Rob Brown

North American saxophonist Rob Brown moved in 1984 to New York, the city that saw him evolve as an instrumentalist fully focused on the field of improvisation.

His collaborations with William Parker are numerous and span a variety of projects. He has also worked with legends including Cecil Taylor, Anthony Braxton and Reggie Workman.

Ikuo Takeuchi

Born in Japan but now a resident of New York, drummer and composer Ikuo Takeuchi has strong ties to the local scene.

He has worked on widely ranging projects, drumming for some of the top-tier jazzmen, such as Charlie Persip, Reggie Workman, George Garzone, Eddie Henderson, Cecil McBee and Richie Beirach. A regular collaborator of pianist Eri Yamamoto, the two also join forces to participate in the ensembles put together by William Parker.