LehCats Interview – Karen & Norbert Stachel on Live at the Breakroom (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with jazz couple and dynamic duo LehCats—featuring Karen Stachel and Norbert Stachel.
We caught up with them to discuss their 2026 album Live at the Breakroom, recorded with legendary percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo.
Norbert, a versatile saxophonist and multi-woodwind player, is known for his unique voice as both a soloist and ensemble musician across genres. Karen, a celebrated flutist and composer, blends innovation with deep roots in straight-ahead jazz—creating a sound that is both fresh and grounded…
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