…she surrounds herself with solid hitters that know the drill but still know how to leave room for the unexpected. Wonderful killer stuff by some jazzbos on a tear that refuses to take no for an answer. Real stuff for real jazzbos throughout. ~Guido Crosetti, May 2018, midwestrecord.com
Raul da Gama Reviews “If Not Now, When?”
The flutist Andrea Brachfeld has made a glittering career for herself on the Latin Jazz circuit, including performances with Dave Valentin and significant recordings with Chembo Corniel. But Yusef Lateef and Barry Harris also left a lifelong impression on her and – in a sense – she is returning the favour with this mighty sojourn […]
If Not Now, When? CD Release
On her third straight-ahead jazz album in the last six years, and second for Jazzheads, flutist Andrea Brachfeld is backed by her exceptional and simpatico working band Insight, with bassist Harvie S, drummer Jason Tiemann, and pianist Bill O’Connell, an invaluable longtime collaborator who along with Brachfeld, produced and arranged the CD. It features primarily […]
Lotus Blossom Release
Recently Released on Jazzheads “Andrea Brachfield is a revelation! She is excellent and has actually the “Chops” to play credible jazz flute! This would have been possible by her great backing trio of Billy O’Connell, Winard Harper, and Rufus Reid. Will use her music for months to come.” – Peter Kuller, Jazz Presenter Radio Adelaide, […]
Jersey City’s Andrea Brachfeld – The universal sound warrior
A conversation with Jersey City flute player Andrea Brachfeld about her music can quickly head down some unexpected and revelatory paths, filled with expressions such as “vibrational universe,” “chakras,” and “evolution of the soul.” But don’t let the New Age-y vernacular cloud your senses. Brachfeld is at the top of her game. She’s an in-demand […]
Bill O’ Connell Quartet/ Dave Valentin Tribute Band in Tokyo
We will be traveling to Tokyo from June 18-21 to perform at the Cotton Club! This is in tribute to the late Dave Valentin, a dear friend, brother, and colleague. We all miss him immensely! Bill O’ Connell- piano Lincoln Goines- bass Robby Ameen- drums Guest Artist- Andrea Brachfeld- flutes
Wallace Roney “Universe Orchestra” at NJPAC for Wayne Shorter’s celebration
Greetings all! I will be performing with the Wallace Roney “Universe Orchestra” on April 20th, 2017 as part of the Wayne Shorter celebration. This performance will feature Wallace Roney, Patrice Rushen, Buster Williams, Lenny White, Steve Turre, and many others. Here is the link for all the info you need: http://www.njpac.org/events/detail/wayne-shorters-the-universe-a-concerto-for-miles-by-wallace-roney-orchestra I have also just […]
Lotus Blossom Review – Downbeat Magazine
On her seventh outing as a leader, flutist-composer Andrea Brachfeld is accompanied by a stellar crew in pianist Bill O’Connell (who also shares her affinity for Latin jazz), master bassist Rufus Reid and veteran drummer Winard Harper. Together they interpret several familiar tunes and Brachfeld originals, each distinguished by the flutist’s rich, flowing lines and […]
Lotus Blossom Review – Don Jay Smith
Flutist Andrea Brachfeld and friends have a winner! I have to admit upfront that I love jazz flute so I approached this CD with a bias. Andrea Brachfeld recently won Best Flute in the Hot House Jazz Awards, so she can really play and she has a wonderful group of musicians working with her on […]
“I highly recommend this very listenable CD [Lotus Blossom] and hope everyone enjoys it as much as I do.”
– Don Jay Smith, March 2016