In between running scales and arpeggios on his trumpet, Ari Herstand pauses and remembers to change his acoustic guitar strings and then proceeds with vocal warm ups reminiscent of high school choir class. This normal pre show routine seems odd for a touring rock musician, but his live show is anything but ordinary.
Herstand has been best known for his solo, live looping abilities: melding the guitar, keyboard, trumpet, harmonica, vocals, tambourine and beat boxing seamlessly – to create a unique, full band sound. From touring coast-to-coast, playing renowned festivals like Milwaukee’s Summerfest and Austin’s South by Sounthwest Music Festival and opening for artists such as Ben Folds, Cake, Matt Nathanson, Sister Hazel, Soul Asylum, The Bodeans and Joshua Radin, Herstand has honed his show and has created an unforgettable live experience.