Jazz pianist Pat Leary celebrates a sleek, bustling electric trio album
“Leary dropped a standout trio record, Trio, which combines his soulful electric piano with beguiling, bustling playing by the rhythm section of Wheaton and Santilli.”
“The trio’s sound is an intriguing mix of cocktail-bar sophistication and drifting, moody jazz fusion, and it would’ve fit in fine on the Blue Note roster in the late 60s.”
- J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil, via Chicago Reader
Pat Leary live at Chicago Electric Piano
“A talented improviser, Pat's playing style flows effortlessly between jazz greats such as Chick Corea and Keith Jarrett to the french impressionism of Debussy and Satie.”
Limited Vinyl Press of VOL. 1 at 606 Records in Pilsen
“Incredible modern classical music from Chicago pianist Pat Leary, his first release on vinyl! This is a collection of piano improvisations recorded over the spring and summer of 2021 from his apartment in Pilsen. Limited to 50 copies (Five-Zero) and pressed up with quality sound. Each copy comes with a heartfelt note from the artist himself, including cover & label art from local artist and solid human being, bg_____________________. Most Highly Recommended!”
- Drew Mitchell, owner of 606 Records in Chicago
Sessions from Studio A - Pat Leary Trio
“The Pat Leary Trio is Jeff Wheaton on bass, Alex Santilli on drums, and Pat Leary playing the Rhodes electric piano. We'll hear a great live performance from them filled with improvisation, and we'll talk with Pat Leary about jazz and the classic sound of the Rhodes piano.”
- Spencer Tritt, via Northern Public radio WNIJ
Pat Leary on WBEZ’s RESET with Sasha-Ann Simons
If you’re looking for a calming and contemplative experience, check out Vol. 1 from local pianist and teacher Pat Leary. The new album is a collection of improvised pieces that are sure to soothe the soul.
Pat Leary joins Reset to talk about his music, his morning ritual, and the artists that inspire him.
- Ethan Schwabe, via WBEZ Chicago