Interview: Brandi Disterheft

Bassist and composer Brandi Disterheft is fast becoming one of jazz's brightest lights. She's already made a huge impression on thousands of listeners, for both her imaginative live shows and her well-conceived recordings. Brandi's premiere album, Debut, won her the 2008 JUNO award and she has played successfully as far away as Japan and Haiti and at jazz festivals from Vienna to Chicago, and a performance at Carnegie Hall.

Brandi is from Vancouver and spent years living in Toronto before relocating to New York City. She was in town for a string of shows and stopped by the station to chat with Jaymz Bee about her new home in New York, studying with Ron Carter and recording with Renee Rosnes.