Cole Hazlitt's Latin Jazz Band - Studio Sessions video series

Photo of Cole Hazlitt and Frankie Pinerio in the WUSF Studio. Photo by Jazz on Arts Axis Florida

Cole Hazlitt is a clearwater based vibraphonist, drummer, pianist, and composer. Cole received his bachelor's degree from the Manhattan School of Music in jazz drum set, and his masters degree in jazz vibraphone from the Manhattan school of music. Cole is a versatile musician who has played in a variety of different musical situations as both a leader and a sideman. He has a special interest in Cuban and Brazilian music, and played drums in the grammy nominated Manhattan School of Music Afro-Cuban Jazz orchestra, conducted by drummer and educator, Bobby Sanabria. His work in composing has included orchestral pieces, big band arrangements, and music for film.

Cole started his latin jazz band in 2018 using some of the best latin jazz musicians in the area. They mainly play Cole's original compositions along with various songs from the standard latin repertoire.

Personnel:

Cole Hazlitt - vibes

LaRue Nickelson - guitar

Mauricio Rodriguez - bass

Andy Fornet Betancourt - percussion/timbas

Frankie Pinerio - congas

Warren Buchholz - Camera & Editing

Chandler Balkcom - Setup & Assistance

Jackson Harpe - Sound

Set List:

1. “guaguancoco” written by Cole Hazlitt / performed by the Cole Hazlitt’s Latin Jazz Band

2. “JS rumba” written by Cole Hazlitt / performed by the Cole Hazlitt’s Latin Jazz Band

3. “Schumann bembe” written by Robert Schumann / adapted and performed by Cole Hazlitt

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