He is a clarinettist, composer, and arranger. He was born in 1956 and became a professional musician in 1976. In 1977, he is awarded a bachelor of arts degree in Musicology. He performs with the Trio (John SURMAN/Barre PHILLIPS/Stu MARTIN) at the Danse Workshop of Carolyn Carlson in Villeneuve les Avignon. Gerard SIRACUSA founded the … Read more
Brian Kastan is an electric/acoustic guitarist and electric bass player. He also composes soundtracks to T.V. Film. Nonsuch Record Label Rhys Cantham recorded “The Grissom Grail” live at Lincoln Center in 2010. He is a highly-acclaimed nature photographer, with galleries in NYC, Europe, and Asia. He has a Bachelor’s degree from Suny New Paltz in … Read more
Kevin Kastning, born December 26, 1961 in Wichita (Kansas), is an American guitarist and composer. He is a 36-string Double Contraguitar player, 30-string Contra Soprano guitarist, twelve-string guitar and six-string guitarist. Kastning was born in Wichita in 1961. His father was a musician and he played the guitar at age 11. He also played in … Read more
Hungarian jazz-rock group. Founded by Laszlo Attila, a jazz guitarist. The band disbanded around 1985.
Jeff Kashiwa, a Seattle-born jazz saxophonist, became well-known on the Seattle music scene as a member The Rippingtons’ fusion jazz band. Kashiwa joined The Rippingtons after Brandon Fields’ departure. Kashiwa studied every song in The Rippingtons’ library before he was hired. This made it seem easy for him to take the step into Field’s big … Read more
Karma is a supercharged, high-energy funk machine. However, it is also well-known for its R performances.
Keith Karns, a trumpet player, composer and bandleader, is based in Dallas, Texas. Keith has arranged many commissions for college and high school ensembles across the country. His recent arrangements include arrangements for jazz legends like Rich Perry, Greta Mattassa and Stefon Harris. Keith has received numerous Downbeat Awards, JEN Young Composers Award, and ASCAP … Read more
Wojciech Karolak (Wojtek), born 28 May 1939 in Warsaw, Poland, is a prominent Hammond B-3 organ player. He refers to himself “an American rhythm and blues musician, mistakenly born in Middle Europe” He also plays professionally on the saxophone as well as the piano. He began playing alto saxophone in 1958 with the band ‘Jazz … Read more
Kartet is a modern band with an advanced ensemble sound. This aesthetic has been developed since their inception in 1990. Once heard, Kartet leaves a lasting impression on the aural centers with their distinctive sound signature. They will instantly be recognized if they are heard again. Their compositions are made easy by Kartet’s delicate agility. … Read more
