Originally from Switzerland, trombonist Samuel Blaser now plies his trade on both sides of the Atlantic, commuting between New York and Berlin. A superb technician, Blaser is capable of making the trombone sing, which lends itself to a wild juxtaposition with brash-toned guitarist Marc Ducret. The adventurous improvising of that duo is accented and propelled by the excellent drumming of Peter Bruun.
The Samuel Blaser Trio plays Tuesday, June 12, at Bop Shop Records, 1460 Monroe Avenue. $15 general; $10 students. 271-3354; bopshop.com; samuelblaser.com.