Emmet Cohen
Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen has emerged as one of his generation's pivotal figures in music and the related arts. A recognized prodigy, Cohen began Suzuki method piano instruction at age three, and his playing quickly became a mature melding of musicality, technique, and concept. Downbeat observed that his nimble touch, measured stride and warm harmonic vocabulary indicate he's above any convoluted technical showmanship. In the same spirit, Cohen himself has noted that playing jazz is about communicating the deepest level of humanity and individuality; it's essentially about connections, both among musicians and with audiences. Possessing a fluid technique, an innovative tonal palette, and an expansive repertoire, Cohen plays with the command of a seasoned veteran and the passion of an artist fully devoted to his medium.
In addition, Emmet Cohen has established a comprehensive role in the world of the creative arts that extends beyond performing. He is avid about the inter-generational transfer of artistic knowledge, history, and traditions. Himself an alumnus of the YoungArts Foundation, he now produces and directs multidisciplinary high school YoungArts programs nationally that employ creative writing, theater, dance, visual arts, cinematography, music, voice, and jazz. Through designing student curricula and selecting master artists as teachers and mentors, Cohen is in his element, connecting effectively with multi-generational performers and audiences.
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- This Bitter Earth by C. Michael Bailey
- Future Stride by Mike Jurkovic
- Masters Legacy Series Volume 4: Emmet Cohen Featuring George Coleman by Mike Jurkovic
- Master Legacy Series Volume 3 Featuring Benny Golson & Albert "Tootie" Heath by Mike Jurkovic
- Days Like These by Dan Bilawsky
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- Dirty in Detroit by Mike Jurkovic
- Master Legacy Series, Volume 2 by Mike Jurkovic
- Masters Legacy Series, Volume 1 by Edward Blanco
February 23, 2021
Emmet Cohen Trio: Webcast Sessions
March 23, 2017
Jazz this week: Emmet Cohen, Madeleine Peyroux, Victor Wooten, and more
May 26, 2009
River to River Festival 2009: Junior Mance, King Britt, Chuck Brown,...