On December 1, 2019, bassist and vocalist Katie Thiroux graced Café Central with a performance that underscored her deepening collaboration with pianist Glenn Zaleski and drummer Matt Witek. This trio had previously showcased their synergy on Thiroux's 2017 album, Off Beat, which earned accolades such as Best Album of 2018 and Rising Star of 2018 & 2019 from DownBeat magazine. (vaildaily.com)
At the time, Thiroux was preparing for her December 15, 2019, engagement at Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, where she was set to perform alongside clarinetist Ken Peplowski. (loudmemories.com) This upcoming performance highlighted the trio's expanding reach and the growing recognition of their cohesive sound.
The December 1st set at Café Central was a testament to the trio's evolving musical dialogue, blending Thiroux's expressive vocals and bass lines with Zaleski's inventive piano and Witek's dynamic drumming. Their collective artistry continues to captivate audiences, as evidenced by their subsequent performances and the critical acclaim garnered by their collaborative works.