On tour from Chicago to celebrate their recent release, “Stone Forest/Sun Shower”. Featuring Drew Hansen (trumpet), Katie Ernst (voice/bass), Artie Black (tenor), Sam Hasting (guitar), and Gustavo Cortiñas (drums). They focus mainly on original compositions as well as some of their favorite tunes from the jazz cannon. Katie is an active bandleader and collaborator. Artie, composer and educator, established himself as an important part of the creative music scene. Sam is known for leading his own jazz trio, in addition to his work as accompanist. Gustavo has become one of the most sought out drummers in Chicago, performing and recording.

Drew Hansen is a Chicago trumpet player making a name for himself as a thoughtful composer and adventurous improviser who combines seemingly disparate influences into a cohesive musical statement. Drew earned his degree in Jazz Studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign where he studied with Chicago trumpet luminary, Tito…