Ernesto Cervini Quartet : Water Pistols at Dawn CD Launch
November 11, 12, 13, 14 @ 8:00 PM

Kae Murphy - Trumpet and EVI
Andrew Marzotto - Guitar
Mark Godfrey - Bass
Ernesto Cervini - Drums

Drummer, composer and bandleader Ernesto Cervini has built a reputation as one of Canada’s  most distinctive and energetic jazz artists. His newest quartet brings together four exceptional  Toronto musicians: trumpeter Kae Murphy, guitarist Andrew Marzotto, bassist Mark Godfrey,  and Cervini on drums. 

The ensemble marks a new chapter in Cervini’s music, combining the melodic and rhythmic  drive that has long defined his writing with a fresh, open-ended approach to the jazz quartet.  Drawing inspiration from artists including Radiohead, The Smile, Avishai Cohen, Nir Felder,  The Bad Plus and Pat Metheny, the group moves freely between lyrical melodies, intricate  grooves, improvisation and raw energy. 

Murphy, Marzotto and Godfrey are each compelling musical voices in their own right, and their  contrasting personalities give the quartet its distinctive sound. Murphy brings a fearless,  expressive approach to the trumpet; Marzotto adds both atmospheric colour and explosive energy  on guitar; and Godfrey provides a deeply melodic and propulsive foundation. At the centre is  Cervini’s drumming — energetic, interactive and always focused on serving the music. 

The quartet’s debut album, Water Pistols at Dawn, showcases Cervini’s latest compositions and  a band built around trust, interaction and a willingness to take chances. The result is  contemporary Canadian jazz that is adventurous without losing sight of melody: sophisticated,  playful, powerful and deeply communicative.