Recently named by Wynton Marsalis as one of the top five jazz musicians under 30 to watch, Chris Pattishall is quickly generating a powerful presence in the jazz world. Combining an impressive technique with patient sensitivity, Pattishall embodies a music that is intelligent, soulful and joyous. He has toured internationally as a leader and sideman, recently presenting original music as well as distinctive interpretations of the music of Nat “King” Cole, Fletcher Henderson and Mary Lou Williams.