Jay Thomas and Jean Chaumont are two seasoned jazz musicians whose collaboration brings together a rich tapestry of experience, versatility, and deep musical conversation.
Seattle-based multi-instrumentalist Jay Thomas, a master of both brass and reeds, has performed with jazz legends like Billy Higgins, Chet Baker, Cedar Walton, and Elvin Jones, gracing over 100 recordings with his warm, expressive sound. French-born guitarist and composer Jean Chaumont, known for his lyrical touch and intricate compositions, has shared the stage with world-class artists such as Dan Tepfer, Rudy Royston, and Catherine Russell.
Together, Thomas and Chaumont weave fluid improvisation, harmonic depth, and rhythmic interplay into performances that seamlessly blend tradition and innovation. Their duo is an invitation to experience jazz at its most spontaneous, soulful, and dynamic.
Performance samples
“Boogie-Woogie Bossa-Nova”
“Tiz Autumn”