The Jazz Session #541: Lara Driscoll of the Firm Roots Duo

Lara Driscoll is half of the Firm Roots Duo, a two-piano ensemble also featuring her husband Chris White. In this interview, Lara talks about the challenges of performing and recording with two pianos; how she and Chris work together as composers; fun times in an RV; the fascinating story of recording their new album, Firm Roots; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. I’m now living in a van and traveling the country, so I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at thejazzsession.com/join. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by The Respect Sextet Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: Chuck Ingersoll Follow The Jazz Session on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Subscribe to my twice-monthly newsletter.