YONATHAN AVISHAI

Based in France, the pianist Yonathan Avishai, is without doubt one of the major figures of the  emerging Israeli jazz scene.  Whether through a concert, in the theatre or in a workshop, this unique musician , shares  his passion for sound, music and its history. Yonathan, was born and grew up in Israel.  He began studying the piano at a young age and discovered  in his early teens jazz .  Already at the age of 14 he formed his own groups and  performed at clubs and  festivals in his country.  He often accompanied  touring American musicians in Israel (Walter Blanding Jr., Marcus Printup, Allan Harris)  and was part of Arnie Lawrences Ensemble . He was a member of "The Left Bank",  a cooperative association of musicians formed to promote original music in Tel Aviv. This experience led to an involvement read more...