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BROOK LEWIS
(Piano / keyboard)
Born: Bloomingdale, NJ
BRETT ROSS
(Drums)
Born: Newton, NJ
Brook Lewis Jazz is an eclectic blend of genres ranging from swing, ballads, bossa novas, R&B, and classical styles. Lewis's lefthand rhythm section works directly in correlation with Ross, which creates limitless freedom in direction of flow, dynamic, improvised solos and swingin' madness.
Brook Lewis is a true homegrown composer and jazz arranger. "Self proclaimed jazz pianist" he would say. His style contrasts with Ross's long time studies as both a student and educator in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.
BROOK LEWIS
Brook Lewis has lived in Boulder, Colorado since 2015. Lewis, recently, has been showcasing his original compositions, interpretations of jazz standards, unique take on blues and chromatic movements.
BRETT ROSS
Brett Ross is a New Jersey native who has played widespread in the Tri-state area. His experience ranges from funk, R&B, rock, latin, and jazz. Ross has also been showcased in various groups throughout Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming.
PAUL STADLER
(Saxophone)
Born: MN
PAUL STADLER
Originally playing saxophone in the Minneapolis ''Monday Night'' Blues scene with Willie Murphy, Paul attended the University of Minnesota school of Jazz and entertained frequently with the classic rock band, The Paperboys.After graduating with a degree in Philosophy, his motorcycle travels brought him to the rail stop of Rollinsville, Colorado in the fall of 1995.
Since then, Paul has played saxophone with an array of musicians both locally and and throughout the greater Boulder and Denver metro area. He has joined in with such groups as the Colorado Jazz Workshop, New Family Dog, The Pamlico Sound, The Legendary 4-Nikators, and a long list of solo musicians including being invited to sit in with many bands covering a wide range of musical styles. Throughout his years with great musicians, Paul's had the privilege to record with many talented technicians.
''Playing with the Brook Lewis Trio has been very rewarding, both because of the musical material presented, and because of the creative opportunities that the small group combo setting offers." - Paul Stadler, 9-1-2022
