Ignatzek, Klaus -quartet-
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Klaus Ignatzek is a renowned German jazz pianist and composer who has been an influential figure in the European jazz scene for over 40 years. With more than 65 recordings and nearly 300 original compositions, he has collaborated with international jazz legends such as Joe Henderson, Claudio Roditi, Bobby Watson, Billy Hart, and Dave Liebman. Known for his virtuosity, creativity, and storytelling through music, Ignatzek combines brilliant technique with emotional depth. His current quartetfeaturing saxophonist Florian Trübsbach, bassist Sven Faller, and drummer Christian Schoenefeldtperforms mainly his own compositions, which serve as a foundation for expressive improvisations rich in harmony, melody, and rhythmic variety, creating music that captivates both mind and heart.