Artemis

Artemis is a jazz sextet made up of musicians from across generation lines who are all at the top of their game, coming together to create something special, i.e., an outstanding ensemble that delivers top shelf post-bop music that feels immersive. They are led by pianist Renee Rosnes, who had already built an impressive resume before she formed Artemis. There were a few personnel changes that took place after their self-titled 2020 debut, with some major talent leaving, but  they simply reloaded and kept going. The band provides a great platform for each musician to display their craft, and with multiple composers in the group, they cover a nice range of styles and voices. Their pieces tend to be lively and accessible to the casual listener.