Organist Pat Bianchi on the organ, Pat Martino and his introduction to jazz

In this interview done backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival, organist Pat Bianchi talks about his first musical instrument, his education, his teachers and mentors and his first paid gig. He also talks about his musical relationship with the guitarist Pat Martino with whom he has played for several years. Interview by Irene Lee. Video production by Paul Park. Editing by Lee Mergner & Melissa Mergner. Thanks to Carolyn McClair, Melanie Nanez, Danny Melnick and the staff of the Newport Jazz Festival. For more information about Pat Bianchi, go to www.patbianchi.com For more information about the Newport Jazz Festival, go to www.newportjazzfest.org For more information about JazzTimes, go to www.jazztimes.com