Cliff Korman

**Cliff Korman** is a versatile jazz pianist and composer known for his deep dive into Brazilian music traditions, blending bossa nova, samba, and jazz into soulful, cross-cultural collaborations. With a career spanning decades, he’s become a bridge between American jazz and Brazilian rhythms, working alongside legends like Paulo Moura and diving into projects that celebrate improvisation and cultural exchange. His releases, such as *Brasilified* and *Bossas and Ballads*, highlight his knack for reimagining classics while staying rooted in the emotional core of the music—whether he’s interpreting Jobim’s “Triste” or putting a fresh spin on Wayne Shorter’s “Speak No Evil.”

Based in both the U.S. and Brazil, Korman isn’t just a performer but also an educator, sharing his passion for jazz’s dialogue with global sounds. Albums like *Saudade Do Paulo* and *Urban Tracks* reflect his collaborative spirit and love for storytelling through keys, weaving nostalgia and innovation into every track. Whether he’s paying homage to Brazilian greats or crafting original works, Korman’s music feels like a warm conversation between old friends—unpretentious, heartfelt, and always swinging.