2023
Tone Clocks
Twelve solo piano compositions inspired by Tone-Clock Theory
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During the making of Favorite Daughter I was struck with inspiration—every time I listened back to it I couldn't wait to write more material for these musicians. Echo Chamber is twelve tunes written for the extraordinary Dave Kikoski.
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Dave Kikoski — Piano
On The Horizon
Coming Soon
An innovative collection exploring improvisation on a structural level, inspired by the post-bop music of the '60s. These tunes provide a dynamic range of harmonic options for maximum creative freedom.
Featured Musicians
Dave Lisik, Jacam Manricks, Dave Kikoski, Boris Koslov, Donald Edwards
Coming 2026
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The Artist
Raised in Tauranga, Aotearoa New Zealand, guitarist and composer Ryan Brake weaves intricate, evocative jazz that reflects his deep connection to his homeland and its vibrant musical heritage.
A Doctor of Musical Arts graduate from Victoria University of Wellington, Ryan is a trustee of the New Zealand Jazz Foundation and champions educational initiatives that nurture jazz talent nationwide.
His work spans from large-scale works to intimate solo compositions, collaborating with world-class musicians including Alex Sipiagin, Dick Oatts, John Riley, and John Escreet.