“The Pavanist stands as another solid release by the prolific and diverse Ben Fox. Although it’s filled with unfamiliar material, it conquers by engagement. One does have to wonder what the sly Fox will come up with next.” - Offbeat
“Ben Fox‘s uniquely individual approach to classic jazz reveals his love and respect for the past while opening up new highways for the music to travel. The pairing of Evans and Nealand as a bow to Bechet, results in Wrong Impressions making a very good impression.” - Offbeat
“Beboppers should appreciate Ben’s Bop as it respects the special era and is presented with care and enthusiasm by these talented musicians.” - Offbeat
Ben Fox’s previous albums include:
The Pavanist, 2024
Wrong Impressions, 2023
Ben’s Bop, 2023
Syncopation Syndicate, 2017
All of which are available at http://benf.bandcamp.com or http://campsite.bio/benfox
CV
Cal State Northridge for one year, transferred to
The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music 2007-2010
Studied with Reggie Workman, Bernard Purdie, Vic Juris, Junior Mance, and others
Currently enrolled at UNO in their Jazz Masters program
Moved to New Orleans in 2013,
studied bass with Jason Stewart, James Singleton
studied composition with Tucker Fuller
Played with many great local players including Wendell Brunious, Leroy Jones, Meschiya Lake, Robin Barnes, Kermit Ruffins, Gladney, Aurora Nealand, Herlin Riley, Shannon Powell, Mahmoud Chouki and other members of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the Louisiana Philharmonic.
Mainly on upright bass, but also tuba, trombone, banjo, cigar box etc
As an instrument builder and historical music enthusiast:
Trumpetmaking Workshop with Michael Munkwitz, Rostock, 2010
Bass lutherie apprenticeship with James Condino, North Carolina, 2010
Renton Technical College, Band Instrument Repair Certificate program, 2010-2011
Kenelley Keys Music, Seattle, string repair technician 2011-2012
Tuba Skinny Horn Repair, New Orleans, part time at present
Waites cornetto and sackbut ensemble / cornetto lessons with Kris Kwapis 2010-11
Early Music week and Folk Music week at the Music Village, Greece, 2015
attended VdGSA Conclave 2019
gamba lessons with Josh Lee 2020
Weiser Fiddle Competition, Weiser, ID, attended 2011 - 12
Blackpot Festival and Cook-off, Lafayette, LA, attended 2013 - 16, performed 2016
Centrum Fiddle Tunes, Port Townsend, WA, attended 2015 - 2018
Centrum Acoustic Blues Week, Port Townsend, WA, taught bass 2017 - 2018
New Orleans Traditional Jazz Camp volunteer, 2016 and 17
founded Rogue Baroque ensemble in New Orleans, 2018
founding member of TERZA choir singing Medieval, Renaissance, Georgian and Corsican polyphony, 2017
member of Brett Gardner’s Cigar Box Serenaders, playing all recycled instruments, 2020 -
Recordings:
As a leader:
The Pavanist - 2024
Wrong Impressions - 2023
Ben’s Bop - 2023
Syncopation Syndicate - 2017
As a sideman:
Golden Compass Trio, self titled - 2023
The Friendly Universe, self titled - 2023
Amanda Kitchens, Let The Music Fly - 2023
Cigar Box Serenaders, Spasm - 2023
Steve Detroy, Midnight Coffee - 2020
Albanie Falletta - Black Coffee Blues - 2017
New Orleans Swinging Gypsies - 2014
Resonant Rogues - At the Well - 2013
The Gin Jars, A Poor Man’s Opera - 2013
Spirit Family Reunion, No Separation - 2012
“Ben Fox‘s uniquely individual approach to classic jazz reveals his love and respect for the past while opening up new highways for the music to travel. The pairing of Evans and Nealand as a bow to Bechet, results in Wrong Impressions making a very good impression.” - Offbeat
“Beboppers should appreciate Ben’s Bop as it respects the special era and is presented with care and enthusiasm by these talented musicians.” - Offbeat
Ben Fox’s previous albums include:
The Pavanist, 2024
Wrong Impressions, 2023
Ben’s Bop, 2023
Syncopation Syndicate, 2017
All of which are available at http://benf.bandcamp.com or http://campsite.bio/benfox
CV
Cal State Northridge for one year, transferred to
The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music 2007-2010
Studied with Reggie Workman, Bernard Purdie, Vic Juris, Junior Mance, and others
Currently enrolled at UNO in their Jazz Masters program
Moved to New Orleans in 2013,
studied bass with Jason Stewart, James Singleton
studied composition with Tucker Fuller
Played with many great local players including Wendell Brunious, Leroy Jones, Meschiya Lake, Robin Barnes, Kermit Ruffins, Gladney, Aurora Nealand, Herlin Riley, Shannon Powell, Mahmoud Chouki and other members of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the Louisiana Philharmonic.
Mainly on upright bass, but also tuba, trombone, banjo, cigar box etc
As an instrument builder and historical music enthusiast:
Trumpetmaking Workshop with Michael Munkwitz, Rostock, 2010
Bass lutherie apprenticeship with James Condino, North Carolina, 2010
Renton Technical College, Band Instrument Repair Certificate program, 2010-2011
Kenelley Keys Music, Seattle, string repair technician 2011-2012
Tuba Skinny Horn Repair, New Orleans, part time at present
Waites cornetto and sackbut ensemble / cornetto lessons with Kris Kwapis 2010-11
Early Music week and Folk Music week at the Music Village, Greece, 2015
attended VdGSA Conclave 2019
gamba lessons with Josh Lee 2020
Weiser Fiddle Competition, Weiser, ID, attended 2011 - 12
Blackpot Festival and Cook-off, Lafayette, LA, attended 2013 - 16, performed 2016
Centrum Fiddle Tunes, Port Townsend, WA, attended 2015 - 2018
Centrum Acoustic Blues Week, Port Townsend, WA, taught bass 2017 - 2018
New Orleans Traditional Jazz Camp volunteer, 2016 and 17
founded Rogue Baroque ensemble in New Orleans, 2018
founding member of TERZA choir singing Medieval, Renaissance, Georgian and Corsican polyphony, 2017
member of Brett Gardner’s Cigar Box Serenaders, playing all recycled instruments, 2020 -
Recordings:
As a leader:
The Pavanist - 2024
Wrong Impressions - 2023
Ben’s Bop - 2023
Syncopation Syndicate - 2017
As a sideman:
Golden Compass Trio, self titled - 2023
The Friendly Universe, self titled - 2023
Amanda Kitchens, Let The Music Fly - 2023
Cigar Box Serenaders, Spasm - 2023
Steve Detroy, Midnight Coffee - 2020
Albanie Falletta - Black Coffee Blues - 2017
New Orleans Swinging Gypsies - 2014
Resonant Rogues - At the Well - 2013
The Gin Jars, A Poor Man’s Opera - 2013
Spirit Family Reunion, No Separation - 2012