Pablo Held Trio / Chris Potter

Jazz from the Ruhr region

»Yeah!« – this little word is one of the greatest accolades a jazz musician can receive, as it expresses unreserved delight. When it comes from the mouth of a jazz legend like sax player Wayne Shorter, it’s tantamount to a knighthood. Pianist Pablo Held, born in the Ruhr area, was accorded this honour, and Shorter continued: »I like what you do. You are taking a path that few dare to follow, and it takes you to new places. That takes courage, but it’s a great adventure.«