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Bob Karty

Bob Karty is a pianist, composer, producer and teacher based in Oakland, CA.

His wide-ranging contemporary jazz compositions will be showcased on an upcoming CD - currently in post-production - Mark Walker on drums (Oregon, Paquito D'Rivera), and long-time Pat Metheny Group member Steve Rodby on acoustic bass.

Bob has performed with top artists in the San Francisco Bay Area jazz and world music scenes, including percussionist Pete Escovedo (Grammy-nominated Latin jazz legend) and guitarist/composer Ray Obiedo (former Herbie Hancock sideman and Billboard Top-10 Contemporary Jazz recording artist).

He has worked with noted percussionists Karl Perazzo (Santana) and Michael Spiro in several projects including the salsa band Conjunto Karabalí and, with Spiro, the world-jazz sextet Tanaóra, which they co- led.

With Orquesta La Moderna Tradición, Bob recorded three critically- acclaimed CDs of Cuban music featuring the rarely-performed danzón, often called Cuba’s official national music and dance style, and performed at major festivals across the USA.

Bob teaches at the California Jazz Conservatory in Berkeley and at his home studio in Oakland.

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Pianist Bob Karty Launches Kickstarter Campaign Reuniting Members Of Oregon And The Pat Metheny Group

Pianist Bob Karty Launches Kickstarter Campaign Reuniting Members Of Oregon And The Pat Metheny Group

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Pianist and composer Bob Karty has launched a Kickstarter for his debut album as leader and composer, featuring all original compositions and a stellar band: Paul McCandless on saxophones, oboe, and bass clarinet, Mark Walker on drums and percussion and Steve Rodby on acoustic bass. McCandless and Walker are members of the seminal jazz band Oregon; Rodby played for three decades with guitarist Pat Metheny. Bob Karty has worked for nearly two decades with top artists on the Bay Area ...

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Pianist Bob Karty’s Kickstarter Reunites Members Of Oregon And The Pat Metheny Group With Imaginative Original Compositions

Pianist Bob Karty’s Kickstarter Reunites Members Of Oregon And The Pat Metheny Group With Imaginative Original Compositions

Source: Bob Karty

Pianist and composer Bob Karty has launched a Kickstarter for his debut album as leader and composer, featuring all original compositions and a stellar band: Paul McCandless on saxophones, oboe, and bass clarinet, Mark Walker on drums and percussion and Steve Rodby on acoustic bass. McCandless and Walker are members of the seminal jazz band Oregon; Rodby played for three decades with guitarist Pat Metheny and is one of the most in-demand producers in jazz. Bob Karty has worked for ...

“A pianist with big ears and supple style...” Alexa Weber Morales, Think Song, review of Tanaóra’s CD Dia Real.

“Karty anchors the group with a tasteful approach to harmonies, a lyrical improvisation approach, and a swinging montuno. His voice remains supportively present throughout the recording, consistently guiding the group through their diverse repertoire.” —Chip Boaz, The Latin Jazz Corner, review of Tanaóra’s CD ‘Dia Real’.

“Karty’s piano playing was spectacular...” —Anne Herman, Alaska Daily News, review of a concert by Orquesta La Moderna Tradición.

Primary Instrument

Piano

Location

Oakland

Credentials/Background

Faculty member, California Jazz Conservatory (formerly The Jazz School), Berkeley, CA since 2002. I also maintain a private teaching practice in Oakland, CA and offer lessons via video chat. I accept students at all levels for jazz piano, salsa/Afro-Cuban piano, piano for non-pianists, music theory, and more. Email me for more information.

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Music

Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Día Real

self-released
2009

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En Canto

Danzonemos Productions
2006

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Videos

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