Scott Kiefner joins with the masterful guitarist Peter Herman and internationally-renowned drummer RJ Miller to present a unique set of original compositions and songs from the canon of American music. With an emphasis on atmosphere, interplay, and deep rhythm, the group aims to wring inspiration from the source material and chase down new discoveries in the moment.
Peter Herman – Guitar
RJ Miller – Drums
Scott Kiefner – Bass
RJ Miller is a North-American drummer, composer and educator whose technical competencies in jazz are complemented by an interest in the exploration of improvisational electronic and ambient music. He’s collaborated with musicians George Garzone, Masabumi Kikuchi, Meshell Ndegeocello, Ben Street, Thomas Morgan, Bill McHenry, Jorge Rossy and Jakob Bro throughout Europe and New York City, most notably at the Village Vanguard with Aaron Parks.
Peter Herman is a Maine based musician and multi-instrumentalist specializing in electric and acoustic guitar. Peter is rooted in strong fundamental skills and tradition. These skills and traditions serve as stepping stones towards composition of new and unique music. His music stems from a deep appreciation and knowledge of the guitarist’s role in many genres of music including blues, jazz, rock, and classical music. Peter studied music at the University of Maine under the direction of Rick Nelson, Bob Thompson, and Steve Grover. Peter appears on many records, some of which include “Impressions” by the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra, “Big Nothing” by Lou Velasco, “Autumn” by Cilla Bonnie, as well as many others. Peter currently teaches music and freelances in the greater New England area.
Scott Kiefner is a bassist and educator currently living in Portland, ME. After completing a degree at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music, he returned to New England where he maintains a busy performing and recording schedule. Kiefner can be seen and heard regularly with the Soggy Po Boys, Dharma Down, and many other groups throughout New England.
Run Time: 45 minutes, no intermission.
Free RSVP for All Ages is available online for this event.
portland
conservatory
of music
This newly renovated space at 28 Neal St in Portland’s idyllic West End features a stage constructed out of the pews originally housed in the former church’s space at PCM. The performance space now seats approximately 150.
28 Neal Street
Portland, ME, 04102
