Rumi Abe Quartet
The Rumi Abe Quartet is a contemporary jazz ensemble led by Japanese-born pianist and composer Rumi Abe. Originally from Nagoya and previously active in the Tokyo jazz scene, Abe relocated to San Francisco in late 2024, where her quartet has become a regular fixture at Bay Area jazz venues.
Kasey Knudsen | Alto
John Wiitala | Bass
Akira Tana | Drums
Rumi Abe | Piano
The Rumi Abe Quartet is a contemporary jazz ensemble led by Japanese-born pianist and composer Rumi Abe. Originally from Nagoya and previously active in the Tokyo jazz scene, Abe relocated to San Francisco in late 2024, where her quartet has become a regular fixture at Bay Area jazz venues.
Kasey Knudsen | Alto
John Wiitala | Bass
Akira Tana | Drums
Rumi Abe | Piano