Adi Meyerson has studied with bassist Ron Carter and worked with pianist Monika Herzig, among others—and whether it’s been advice on touring or how to handle an instrument, the New York bassist has come away with important lessons.
While Meyerson’s quartet Dark Matter—set to perform as part of the inaugural Charlottesville JazzFest, which runs from June 4-7—is a post-bop ensemble with improvisation built into its song structures, she’s forged a career beyond the genre’s strictures.
She’s worked on hip-hop projects and written music showcasing vocalists, and though it might not be immediately apparent in Dark Matter’s music, all those experiences have seeped into her ensemble…