Brock, Lanzetti, Ogawa of Snarky Puppy

Zach Brock (4 and 6 string violins), Bob Lanzetti (acoustic and electric

guitars), and Keita Ogawa (percussion) formed their new trio during the

Covid-19 pandemic. Their music is an eclectic mix of styles that includes

elements of jazz, folk, experimental, ambient, groove, and world music, and

there is an emphasis on compositions that feature improvisation.

Containing original compositions from all three members, the debut album

entitled DRAWING SONGS was released on November 2023, on Ground Up

Music, and it’s already generating a great deal of interest!

Zach Brock is a multi-Grammy Award-winning violinist, celebrated for his

work as a soloist, sideman, and educator, and as a key member of the

contemporary jazz group Snarky Puppy. Born in Lexington, KY, he began

playing violin at the age of four and developed his improvisational skills in

Chicago’s jazz scene while studying classical violin at Northwestern University.

His debut album was released in 2003, and he has since collaborated with

notable artists like Stanley Clarke and Dave Douglas.

His solo work has garnered critical acclaim, including his Grammy-nominated

album *Dirty Mindz* in 2022. A passionate educator, Zach has led workshops

and masterclasses at institutions like Carnegie Hall, Temple University, and the

Sibelius Academy.

Bob Lanzetti is a guitarist, composer, producer, and educator, and founding

member of the Grammy Award-winning jazz/funk collective Snarky Puppy.

Originally from the Jersey Shore, Bob studied under renowned guitarists like

Chris Buono and Vic Juris before earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies

from the University of North Texas. While in Texas, he became involved in the

local R&B and gospel scenes and joined the core group that would form

Snarky Puppy.

Since 2006, Bob has resided in Brooklyn, where he has become an in-

demand session guitarist, performing and recording with artists such as

Tommy Sims, Brad Shepik, Jeff Coffin, Bilal, and Cory Henry. In addition to his

work as a sideman, Bob writes and performs his own original music, releasing

his debut album *Whose Feet Are These That Are Walking* in 2017.

Keita Ogawa is a highly versatile and sought-after percussionist and

drummer, originally from Sasebo city, Nagasaki, Japan. He is a five-time

Grammy nominee and three-time Grammy Award winner, known for his

diverse musical talent. Keita began playing drums at age 15 and later

studied at Berklee College of Music, where he trained with renowned

musicians. He also spent time in Rio de Janeiro, immersing himself in

Brazilian percussion.

Since moving to the U.S., Keita has performed with notable artists such as

Yo-Yo Ma, Maria Schneider, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Charlie

Hunter. He is a key member of several projects, including Snarky Puppy,

Bokanté, and Banda Magda. In 2017, he was named Ambassador of

Tourism for his hometown in Japan. Keita is known for his ability to play a

wide range of percussion instruments and styles, with a passion for blending

cultures through music.

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