JAZZ OF 4 CONTINENTS
Adam Pieronczyk & Miroslav Vitouš

Legendary bass genius and Polish virtuoso of jazz saxophone.  

A duet in an unusual setting, original compositions and virtuosity of both artists - an extraordinary musical encounter. The concert will be based on the programme from the premiere album “Wings” that has just been released. Leading Polish jazz musician, Adam Pieronczyk, known for unique ideas and extraordinary creativity has invited one of the greatest and the most important bass players in the history of jazz music - Miroslav Vitous to form an exceptional duet. This legendary Czech bassist played with Chick Corea, Miles Davis, Art Farmer, Stan Getz, Charlie Mariano, Jack De Johnette, John McLaughlin, Herbie Mann, Kenny Kirkland, Roy Haynes; formed the group Weather Report along with Wayne Shorter and Joe Zawinul; and various projects as a leader. Adam Pieronczyk performs in all parts of the world, and has won numerous awards. In 2015 he was named, for the eleventh consecutive year, as Jazz Forum magazine's "Best Soprano Saxophonist". In 2011 he was nominated for Poland's "Fryderyk" award (Polish Grammy) in five categories, winning the two most important statuettes - "Jazz Musician of The Year" and "Jazz Album of The Year".Adam Pieronczyk has worked with musicians such as: Gary Thomas, Greg Osby, Sam Rivers, Archie Shepp, Miroslav Vitous, Bobby McFerrin, Tomasz Stanko, Ted Curson, Anthony Cox, Joey Calderazzo, and Leszek Mozdzer.

This is really the music of two master musicians.

The compositions for this studio session fit perfectly.

Bert Noglik /  Radio ARD, MDR, Deutschlandfunk

Adam Pierończyk and Miroslav Vitous define the duet at its ultimate level;

World experienced masters of fantasy and exceptional virtuosity; Ulrich Olshausen / Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung

Adam Pieronczyk and Miroslav Vitous create effortless beauty on Wings.Call and response born of deep and intimate listening;Dan McClenaghan / All About Jazz

This is wonderful music! Maurice Hogue / One Man’s Jazz - Taint Radio, Canada

THIS CONCERT IS SUPPORTED BY POLSIH INSTITUTE 

Admission:  seating CZK 390, standing CZK 190.

WEB Adam Pieronczyk : http://www.adampieronczyk.com/

Band website: miroslavvitous.com