Join us for a special evening of music as Brazilian guitarist Gabriel Santiago and jazz pianist Peter John Stoltzman bring their decade-long collaboration to the stage in an intimate duo performance. Over the years, Santiago and Stoltzman have performed in various ensembles across the U.S. and Brazil, and now, for the first time, they’re touring as a duo to celebrate the release of their new CD, Joy in Friends.
Their musical journey began in Austin, where both were completing advanced degrees—Santiago in composition and Stoltzman in music education. Stoltzman recalls being instantly captivated by Santiago’s “gorgeous harmonies and heartfelt melodies,” and their shared passion for pushing improvisation to new heights forged a deep connection.
Recorded at Colorado Sound Studio, their latest album blends the rich sounds of Brazilian music with jazz, weaving acoustic guitar and piano into a moving and joyful expression of their friendship. As Santiago describes it, “Peter is such a unique musician, and performing with him has been one of the most precious moments of my life. I can’t wait to share this music with audiences here in Colorado and beyond.”
