Matthew Chan 四重奏

About This Event

Local young pianist Matthew Chan leads his quartet at CODA for a concert centered on modern jazz. The program features Matthew's original compositions alongside works by contemporary fusion icons Robert Glasper and pianist Brad Mehldau, aiming to strike a balance between the rhythmic grooves of Neo-Soul and the tranquil, atmospheric textures of the ECM style. The quartet includes bassist 晉, drummer Jerry Kan, and guitarist Bobo—musicians active across various local scenes with diverse performance backgrounds. Their collaboration utilizes the language of contemporary jazz to explore the possibilities of rhythm, harmony, and spatial awareness. Matthew describes the performance through a series of evocative and abstract images, from a blackbird under a purple umbrella to the scent of wood. For fans of contemporary jazz, Neo-Soul, or the ECM sound, this performance promises a personal and exploratory journey through modern soundscapes.