Michael Bisio, left, and Matthew Shipp
Flying Fingers Productions and the Shaking Ray Levi Society will present the Matthew Shipp / Michael Bisio Jazz Duo on Thursday, March 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Barking Legs Theater. Tickets are $15 in advance or at the door.
Review for Matthew Shipp and Michael Bisio:
Matthew Shipp is one of the most acclaimed jazz pianists of the past two decades, truly being one of the leading lights of a new generation of jazz giants. He has reached the holy grail of jazz in that he possesses a unique style that is all his own—and he’s one of the few in jazz that can say so today.
Having recorded over 40 albums as a leader or co-leader, Shipp has created pioneering work with hip-hop artists Antipop Consortium, DJ Spooky, and El-P, and has collaborated with notables such as Roscoe Mitchell (Art Ensemble of Chicago), William Parker and David S. Ware.
Michael Bisio has been a bassist for the Matthew Shipp Trio since 2009, invariably astounding audiences with the beauty of his tone and the intensity of his very personal musical language. His music has garnered 4 1/2 stars from DownBeat.