"Beauty and the Bass" entertain with Sultry Jazz Songs

Listeners are surprised to hear that jazz performed with only upright bass and vocals can sound so good. This unique duo carries listeners back in time when legends such as Ella and Billie ruled the stage. With their hunger to learn jazz standards primarily from the 30s and 40s, they seek to carry out the true spirit of the songs while giving each performance a unique flavor. Martin and Kai often connect with the audience by encouraging certain talents to sit in with them, as there usually happens to be a singer or sax player nearby.

Kai Brant performed extensively as a singer-songwriter before recently choosing to pursue her love of jazz. Her extraordinary voice revives the songs composed by such greats as the Gershwins, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter. Kai seeks to give her audience the spirit of an era by using her voice and grace as a reminder of those exceptional women who once lived.

Martin Motnik, born and raised in Ludwigshafen, Germany, is a seasoned musician performing bass for the past 20 years. His interest in jazz attracted him to the upright bass which offers both physical and mental challenges. Since he and his bass are now the entire band, he has the unique opportunity to provide melody, rhythm and harmony all in one.