Ben Thomas Tango Project Album Release

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 at 07:30 pm UTC-07:00

5000 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98118 | Seattle

The Royal Room
Publisher/HostThe Royal Room
Ben Thomas Tango Project Album Release
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Rooted deep in the traditional rhythms of Argentine tango, yet fearlessly modern in spirit, multi-instrumentalist Ben Thomas' compositions offer a rich tapestry of layered polyrhythms, inventive melodies, and surprising contrasts. Echoes of great bandoneon maestros like Dino Saluzzi, Astor Piazzolla and Osvaldo Pugliese may surface, but always refracted through Ben's personal vision and the splendid accompaniment of his longtime bandmates, clarinetist Eric Likkel and bassist Steve Schermer, along with violinists Laura Coronel and Elizabeth Phelps, and pianist Gabe Hall-Rodrigues. The album's title celebrates the memory of Seattle's larger-than-life French chef, Thierry Rautureau—well known as The Chef in the Hat—whose thriving bistro "LUC" served as the incubator for much of this music over Thomas' several years of performances there.
Ben Thomas, bandoneon and vibes
Eric Likkel, clarinet
Laura Coronel, violin
Libby Phelps, violin
Gabe Hall-Rodrigues, piano
Steve Schermer, bass
Doors 6:30pm, show 7:30pm. Tickets $20 advance, $25 doors.
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