The Steve Rudolph Trio

  featuring J. D. Walter

One of the most innovative and inspiring vocal musicians on the scene today joins Steve's Trio for an electrifying experience in improvised music. J.D. received the first vocal jazz degree from North Texas State Univ. and Steve is a former jazz professor at Elizabethtown College - vocal jazz and accompanying workshops are available with these experienced educators They collaborated on a recent Rudolph recording from PACT Records - "Dedicated To You", that featured Marko Marcinko (drums), and Steve Varner (bass) .  JazzImprov Magazine says "Buy Dedicated To You - jazz lovers of all levels of sincerity will cherish this record."  (for recording info -click here)  .....see J.D.s complete info HERE

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Ryerson & Rudolph

Famed jazz flutist Ali Ryerson and pianist Steve Rudolph perform standards and original works as a duo, trio with Russian bassist Victor Dvoskin, or as guest artists with big band or orchestra.  Their 2004 recording "Soul Quest"  garnered national airplay and reviews.  Ali performs on the soprano (C), Alto & bass flutes.  They also have vast experience as clinicians. 

See videos of Ali & Steve's Trio HERE & HERE.

See Ali's complete information HERE

Steve Rudolph/Joerg Widmoser Reunion Band

Steve's synergy with German violin master Joerg Widmoser began in the 80's, culminating in their recording "Live in Munich" on the Upsolute Records label.  The band has toured Europe and the U.S. and feature workshops in improv and jazz styles for string players.  For Joerg's complete info click here.

The Steve Rudolph Trio

  featuring Amy Banks

Steve & Amy collaborated on her first jazz release "When the Sun Comes Out" in 2005 - it is currently getting national airplay - hear audio clips and more HERE - available for  concerts, jazz clubs, and workshops.  

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The Rudolph / Valentino Project 

Guitarist & fellow Yamaha artist Vinny Valentino collaborated with Steve on the innovative Rudolph / Valentino sessions (co-produced by George Benson) in 1999 that featured original compositions and arrangements from both artists with a string section from the Pittsburgh Symphony. They are available for 
concerts as a quartet or with arrangements for chamber strings or orchestra. This is music from the romantic side of jazz and is suitable for a Valentine's Day concert...

Steve Rudolph/Tom Strohman Quartet

Woodwind master and educator Strohman (woodwind instructor & head of the jazz department at Lebanon Valley College) and pianist Rudolph recorded a CD, "In Our Prime", on the R&L label in 1999.  The touring ensemble includes Grammy winning drummer Bill Goodwin and bassist Steve Varner.  They are available for concert performances and workshops that feature instruction in composition and improvisation and have vast experience coaching jazz ensembles of all sizes.  Tom & Steve also perform as a duo w/ woodwinds and piano. MORE INFO

Jazz Cabaret

Steve Rudolph & Cathy Chemi

... evenings of Cole Porter, Gershwin, Big Band tributes and Broadway favorites with former Harry James Orchestra vocalist  Cathy Chemi, one of the finest song stylists performing today. Arrangements for big band and full 
orchestra with Steve's Duo or Trio accompanying Cathy. They also perform intimate voice/piano duo concerts with tunes from the Great American Songbook .  Steve & Cathy collaborated on her solo release "You & I"  on the R&L Records label in 2001 with guest bassist Paul Langosch 

View videos of Cathy w/ Steve's Trio HERE 

click here for more info...

Dred "Perky" Scott & the Steve Rudolph Trio

Extraordinary vocalist and entertainer presents programs of jazz and blues.  Their new recording - NINE - on PACT Records is available and getting airplay nationally.. they also do a "Jazz In the Sanctuary" program for churches

Hendrik Meurkens/Steve Rudolph Quartet 

 Steve unites with German harmonica master Meurkens and Russian bassist Victor Dvoskin for programs from Brazilian to Bop with a new recording coming out soon.

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There are also many great artists who frequently play with Steve and can be available for Concerts and workshops:

Ilona Knopfler - French jazz vocalist:   see video of Russian tour HERE

Nate Birkey - NYC trumpeter/vocalist

Kenia - Brazilian vocalist

Jamie Broumas - jazz vocalist - hear Jamie's CD with Steve Rudolph HERE

Dwayne Dolphin - bassist formerly w/ W. Marsalis

Andy Middleton - jazz saxophonist teaching in Vienna

Victor Dvoskin - Russian bassist

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Workshops or clinics:

1.   The Rhythm Section - professional guidance for school jazz bands rhythm sections with the Rudolph Trio (piano, bass & drums) or Quartet (add guitar)

2.  Spontaneous Composition - a workshop based on the similar techniques required in improvisation and composition.   Students compose and perform new works and learn to improvise on their original tunes. 

3.  Studies in Vocal Improvisation - Steve w/ vocalist J.D. Walter - includes work with your vocal ensembles and soloists in vocal technique, interpretation and rhythmic skills.   The workshop focuses on an instrumental approach to ensemble singing in a fun and easy atmosphere helping singers to discover their own vocal sound....all levels of students are accepted.

4.   Keyboard Koncepts - lecture demonstration for jazz improv and harmony.

5.    Jazz Past - an historic look at the music and the times that influenced it's creation. Lecture, video and live performance.