Updated: April 29, 2026
Active since: May 2, 2020
ATEMPO is a modern jazz piano trio active across Israel, Europe, and the USA for five years. Founded during the Covid period by three established musicians – Itay Abramovitz (piano), Alon Stern (bass), and Yoav Lachovitsky (drums) – the trio has evolved into a dynamic ensemble that pushes the boundaries of genre and cultural fusion.
Their unique sound stems from diverse influences – Mediterranean, Balkan, Latin, and African traditions – creating a distinctive musical language that resonates with audiences worldwide. Recently featured at the Bucharest International Jazz Competition (EUROPAfest), ATEMPO has performed extensively across Europe and the United States, collaborating with renowned artists including Mark Lotz, Yair Dalal, and others.
The trio composes and performs music characterized by a fusion of styles influenced by Mediterranean, Latin, African, and other musical traditions, as reflected in their debut album ‘Journey Within You,’ which relates to the journey listeners go through while experiencing their compositions.
From intimate ballads to upbeat tunes, this band creates an unforgettable atmosphere. Let their piano, drums, and electric bass take you on a journey of musical exploration.
ATEMPO has received significant recognition and support from major cultural institutions, including the Israel Lottery Council for Culture and Arts, the Ministry of Culture, and ACUM (The Fund for Independent Creators). Their international performances, from the Netherlands to Germany, have earned them acclaim for their innovative approach to contemporary jazz.
Currently, the trio is finalizing their second album, continuing to expand their musical horizons through collaborations with diverse artists and exploring new ways to bridge cultural boundaries through music.
Awards
Semifinalists, Bucharest International Jazz Competition (EUROPAfest), Romania (Participation supported by the Embassy of Israel in Bucharest, Romania)
The Israel Lottery Council for Culture & Arts (Mifal HaPais)
Israel Ministry of Culture and Sport
ACUM – The Israeli Society of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers.
Gear
Bass guitar, drums and piano
Tags
“The trio creatively reimagines the style… The results are infectious, with a solid groove.”
— All About Jazz (USA), review by Carl Medsker.
“The Israeli jazz piano trio Atempo delivered an energetic two-hour performance that captivated the audience, with oriental and folk sounds unfolding over beautifully odd rhythms that got the crowd moving.”
— Rhein-Zeitung (Germany), concert review by Uta Gerhold.
“You will be lulled by calm, airy and touching melodies and then move on to improvisations with bouncy passages that will remain etched in your soul.”
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Credentials/Background
כיתות האמן של ATEMPO מציעות חקירה מרתקת ומעמיקה של השפה המוזיקלית הייחודית של השלישייה, תוך התמקדות במשחק גומלין בהרכב, אלתור קולקטיבי והשפעות בין-תרבותיות. מתוך ניסיונם על במות בינלאומיות, המוזיקאים חולקים כלים מעשיים לפיתוח תקשורת בתוך להקה, הרחבת המודעות הקצבית וההרמונית ועיצוב קול אמנותי אישי
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