Avishai Cohen is well recognised over the years for searching out and introducing a new generation of young talent to his music, and to his worldwide audiences and fans. Many of them have gone on to achieve and create their own path in music with much success.
In the upcoming touring seasons in 2025-26 Avishai will again introduce a new generation of rising stars on stage, whom are connected to Avishai and his music influence.

This hand picked line up will perform new Avishai compositions, fan favourites and a few surprise tunes during the set, exposing the young fresh talent and all their versatility..

Itay Simhovich, Piano:
20 years old, another young, unknown and gifted pianist, recently discovered by Avishai, who performed with Avishai for the first time in Marciac. Certainly a rising star in the making...

Yonatan Voltzok, Trombone:
A young big band leader and composer in his own right, Yonatan always plays with such variety and powerful solos, coming from the very best teachers and schooling with mentors such as: Jimmy Heath and Slide Hampton ...

Yuval Drabkin, Saxophone:
You may not know Yuval, but you will soon recognise his own voice and unique sound. Having recorded with Avishai on several occasions for film and new music yet to be released, expect to hear more from him soon.

Eviatar Slivnik, Drums:
Eviatar Slivnik is an Israeli jazz drummer and composer who is currently based in New York City. He started playing the drums at the age of eight and trained at the Arison School of Arts and the Thelma Yellin High School of the Arts...