Alice Bauer & Paul Novotny Trio
Alice Bauer – Vocal
Paul Novotny – Guitar
Petr Tichy – Double bass
Well-versed in standard jazz styles as well as the music of various non-Western cultures, Alice Bauer is a seasoned singer whose charming vocal timbre, improvisational prowess, and boundless energy make her an outstanding representative of the new generation of fine European musicians. She is joined by Paul Novotny, a Canadian guitarist of Czech origin whose career as a performer, bandleader, arranger, and composer has spanned Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Europe. Anchoring the trio is Petr Tichy on double bass, a highly regarded presence on the European jazz scene, renowned for his melodic depth, artistry, and inventiveness. Together, the trio weaves a refined and emotionally charged musical tapestry, drawing on the American jazz tradition while maintaining a strong sense of intimacy, interplay, and passionate expression.