As part of its European tour, the Otto Hejnic Trio presents a brand-new program of original compositions: energetic modern jazz, a distinctive compositional voice and spontaneous improvisation. The evening culminates with the official launch of the trio’s new vinyl album, your first chance to hear this repertoire live.
Otto Hejnic, one of the leading Czech jazz drummers and composers, has released nine albums as a bandleader and has performed across Europe, the USA, Mexico and Asia. His recent recordings feature guitarist Peter Bernstein, Hammond organist Brian Charette and Welsh saxophonist Osian Roberts.
Pianist Alan Bartuš is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music and was a semifinalist in the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition. He ranks among Europe’s most outstanding young jazz pianists. He has worked with Jerry Bergonzi, Jeff “Tain” Watts and Bob Hurst, and has performed at Lincoln Center.
New York bassist Neal “Sugar” Caine joined Elvin Jones’s legendary Jazz Machine at 21. He went on to play with Diana Krall and Betty Carter, and since 2000 he has worked with Harry Connick Jr., including on the Grammy-winning album Songs I Heard. He has also collaborated with Wynton and Branford Marsalis, Nicholas Payton, Brian Blade and Jon Batiste.
Jazz Dock´s ten-meter-long futuristic bar is full of traditional, proven drinks and cocktails, as well as specialties and news for anyone with a fantasy. You can also enjoy Jazz Dock Kitchen´s delicatessen and treat yourself to a tasty dinner throughout the musical production.
