ITAMAR EREZ
TRIO/QUARTET EPK
Music without
borders.
An intimate, cinematic journey through Middle Eastern melody, Brazilian rhythm, jazz improvisation, and contemporary composition.
ACUM PRIZE · LANDAU PRIZE · 7 ALBUMS · INTERNATIONAL TOURING ARTIST
ITAMAR EREZ
THE ENSEMBLE
A living musical conversation.
Itamar Erez’s trio/quartet bring together original compositions, deep improvisation, and a rich dialogue between Middle Eastern, Brazilian, jazz, and contemporary musical worlds—creating concerts that are both expansive and deeply human.
The Itamar Erez Trio/Quartet played at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival 2020, TD Niagara Jazz Festival, The Jerusalem Jazz Festival, JazzAhead (Bremen, Germany) among others.
The North American ensemble includes:
Itamar Erez- piano & guitar
Kevin Romain-drums
Jeff Gammon- bass
John Nicholson- reeds
The European quartet includes:
Itamar Erez- piano & guitar
Kobi Solomon- reeds
David Michaeli- bass
Dani Benedikt- drums
ITAMAR EREZ QUARTET
ITAMAR EREZ QUARTET
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
Trust, already earned.
“The music really catches fire… Erez stretches out, using his impressive instrumental technique to great effect.”
“You are a great addition to the few of us who play both piano and classical guitar and compose!”
“Great writing… and you are a fabulous player.
Congratulations again on the beautiful music!”
SONGLINES MAGAZINE
RALPH TOWNER
JOHN ZORN
“A warm, intelligent, and moving performance… the performance concluded with a standing ovation and a thirst for more. We wholeheartedly recommend booking Itamar Erez.”
N. VIEMAN · HAR EL COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR
PRESENTER-READY
Everything you need.
Fast access to the practical information, approved copy, and high-resolution material needed to present the concert.
Short and extended bios
High-resolution downloads
Quartet/Trio setup and requirements
BRING THE CONCERT TO YOUR AUDIENCE
Let’s create an unforgettable night.
For festivals, theatres, cultural centres, universities, and intimate listening rooms.
Extended Bio
Itamar's music holds a depth and sensitivity that touches listeners deeply.
It blends the delicateness of Middle Eastern music, the freedom found in jazz and the passion of flamenco, creating a unique sound all his own.
Recipient of the 2014 ACUM Prize for Special Achievement in Jazz and the prestigious 2014 Landau Prize, Itamar Erez is an internationally renowned composer and guitarist who has shared the stage with such musicians as Omar Faruk Tekbilek, Tomatito, Avishai Cohen, Jean-Louis Matinier, Zohar Fresco, and others.
Itamar has released seven albums to date, including "Desert Song" (2006) and "Hommage" (2010), "New Dawn" (2013), "Mi Alegria" (2019), "May Song" (2022), “Migrant Voices” (2024) and "Songs Reimagined" (2026)
Alongside his ensemble work, Erez’s solo performances have become an increasingly important expression of his artistry. Whether performing original compositions or spontaneous improvisations, he creates immersive musical landscapes that reflect his diverse cultural influences and lifelong exploration of musical dialogue and storytelling.
Brief Bio
Itamar Erez is an award-winning composer and guitarist whose music blends the delicateness of Middle Eastern traditions, the freedom of jazz, and the passion of flamenco into a deeply personal and expressive sound.
Recipient of the 2014 ACUM Prize for Special Achievement in Jazz and the prestigious Landau Prize, he has collaborated and performed with internationally renowned artists including Omar Faruk Tekbilek, Tomatito, Avishai Cohen, Jean-Louis Matinier, and Zohar Fresco.
With six albums released to date, Erez continues to create music rich in emotion, spontaneity, and cross-cultural dialogue. His solo performances on guitar and piano offer intimate musical journeys that combine original compositions with improvisation and storytelling.
