Cross Modulations Series: Jason Adasewicz and Ishmael Ali

Ishmael Ali is a dynamic cellist, guitarist, improviser, and composer based out of Chicago. His work centers on exploring sound through improvisation, experimentation, composition, and collaboration, focusing on a wide array of idiomatic approaches in an ever-changing, always-growing list of projects informed by diverse influences.

Vibraphonist, drummer, and composer has been an integral member of Chicago’s jazz and improvised music scene, bringing his aggressive yet lyrical style to both Chicago and international groups. Adasiewicz performs frequently in Europe. Adasiewicz won the 2011 Downbeat Annual Critic’s Poll in the Rising Star Vibes category and has continuously placed in the vibes category.