Andreas Polyzooglou, a talented trumpeter, will be performing at the Half Note jazz club in Athens on February 13, 14, and 15, presenting a special tribute entitled "Chet's Mood" dedicated to the revered jazz legend Chet Baker. Polyzooglou will be accompanied by pianist George Kontrafouris and bassist Costas Konstantinou, bringing a unique interpretation to Baker's music through a set of jazz standards played in an unconventional drumless arrangement that Baker himself favored later in his career.

Polyzooglou's musical journey began in childhood with guitar lessons, which eventually led him to discover his passion for the trumpet at the age of eighteen. His dedication to jazz trumpet led him to pursue formal education at prestigious institutions, including the Amsterdam Conservatory (BMus) and the Royal Conservatory in Brussels (MA), where he was recognized with the Toots Thielemans award. The performance aims to capture the essence of Chet Baker's emotional style, a significant aspect of his legacy in the jazz world.

This tribute not only highlights the rich contributions of Chet Baker to jazz but also showcases the evolving nature of jazz music through contemporary interpretations. By bringing together these skilled musicians, Polyzooglou seeks to evoke the same emotional depth and sensitivity found in Baker's original works, affirming the ongoing relevance of Baker's influence on modern jazz.