Sat Dec 13
Stephen Arnold is a touring and recording bassist, composer, producer, and arranger based in Washington, D.C. known for his deep sense of groove, earnest expression, and stylistic versatility. An accomplished bandleader, he leads Sea Change, a contemporary jazz band that makes new music from the combination of his deep love of jazz and improvised music with his folk, rock, and soul roots. The band’s eponymous debut recording presents a narrative drawn from music written during and about a pivotal period in Arnold’s life.
This ensemble of potent musical personalities conjures vibrant sonic landscapes within the worlds of Arnold’s songs. CapitolBop.com writes that “the album features an array of eclectic instruments and thoughtful songs that cohere seamlessly into a beautiful whole.... Arnold and his collective set a wistful-yet-hopeful tone on Sea Change, one sure to bring a little light to a decisively grey moment in our country’s history.”