Ken Vandermark is a renowned Chicago reed player who has released over 100 albums with nearly 40 ensembles, spends most of his life on the road, and is constantly composing, arranging, and performing. Despite being a recipient of a MacArthur genius grant, he still performs in smoky clubs and low-budget recording studios, hoping people will pay to hear his non-commercial music.
Musician
Ken Vandermark, a renowned Chicago-based reed player, has carved out a unique career playing avant-garde improvisational jazz, a testament to his innovative talent.
