Rivkah Ross - Dare to Hope (2024)

Drummer/bandleader/composer Rivkah Ross is poised to carve her own trail with the release of her debut album, Dare to Hope. This bold offering gives a glimpse into a world that's both deeply personal and informed by the language of giants like John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, and Steve Swallow.

Ross isn't merely channeling her heroes; she's using their vocabulary to craft a singular artistic statement that shows a path to new territory. Her compositions demonstrate technical prowess, and harmonic acuity. But they are also sonic narratives that grapple with themes of acceptance, resilience, and the unwavering human spirit. This isn't background music; it's a conversation waiting to be had, one that promises to resonate with anyone who's ever stared down life's inevitable hurdles.

The band that accompanies Ross on this foray into bandleading are all like-minded, nimble improvisers that have put time in the trenches with her. The tunes have been battle-tested by saxophonist, Brian Myers, pianist, Patrick Carr, and bassist, Matthew Holmes. They have rehearsed these tunes and performed them at countless gigs, and the energy and connection is apparent.

With PJCE Records providing a platform and Ross's potent originality leading the way, the Montavilla Jazz Festival stage is set to become a launchpad for a remarkable new voice in contemporary music. Be there to witness it firsthand for the album release event at the 2024 Montavilla Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 1st @ noon.

Tracklist:
1-1. Rivkah Ross - My Favorite Thing to Do (Is Exist with You) (06:58)
1-2. Rivkah Ross - Orange Cat Behavior (07:32)
1-3. Rivkah Ross - Song for Sara (07:54)
1-4. Rivkah Ross - Winter Blues (06:02)
1-5. Rivkah Ross - Dare to Hope (10:14)
1-6. Rivkah Ross - Mountains (04:28)