Itamar Borochov at Duc Des Lombards

Trumpeter Itamar Borochov draws from a broad palette of influences: bebop, Arabic maqam scales, North African Gnawa music and the Sephardic music that he first encountered in a local synagogue in his native city of Jaffa.

Now New York-based, he's creating his own story, melding his Middle-Eastern roots into the jazz quartet format over three acclaimed albums to date and extensive international touring with his formidably talented quartet.

His latest release “Blue Nights” (Laborie Jazz 2019) is a nine-track multi-cultural joyride of enchanting lyricism, exotic motifs, anthemic builds and virtuosic expression. ...

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Trumpeter Itamar Borochov draws from a broad palette of influences: bebop, Arabic maqam scales, North African Gnawa music and the Sephardic music that he first encountered in a local synagogue in his native city of Jaffa.

Now New York-based, he's creating his own story, melding his Middle-Eastern roots into the jazz quartet format over three acclaimed albums to date and extensive international touring with his formidably talented quartet.

His latest release “Blue Nights” (Laborie Jazz 2019) is a nine-track multi-cultural joyride of enchanting lyricism, exotic motifs, anthemic builds and virtuosic expression.

“…a unique hybrid of the Middle East and Brooklyn, compelling technique and delicate lyricism” -Downbeat

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