Ted Rosenthal
Jazz-Classical Fusion Master
Renowned for his 'Third Stream' mastery, Ted Rosenthal elegantly fuses classical repertoire with modern jazz improvisation and sophisticated trio interplay.
About
Winner of the 1988 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition, Ted Rosenthal has collaborated with legends like Gerry Mulligan and Art Farmer. A prominent educator at Juilliard, he is widely acclaimed for his jazz-classical syntheses and his innovative jazz opera, 'Dear Erich.' He has released over 15 albums as a leader.
Music Style
Rosenthal’s approach combines technical precision with a lyrical sensibility. He is noted for his 'reimaginings' of classical themes by composers like Beethoven and Gershwin within a modern jazz trio context.
Background
- Hometown
- Great Neck, New York
- Education
- Manhattan School of Music
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- 1980s-present
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If you like Bill Charlap, Fred Hersch — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Ted Rosenthal's next NYC show is Sunday, October 4 at Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center.