Chris Gestrin, Ben Monder, and Dylan van der Schyff are a dynamic trio of jazz musicians who came together to create the captivating album "The Distance" in 2006. This trio features the luminous guitar work of Ben Monder, the expressive piano of Chris Gestrin, and the percussive mastery of Dylan van der Schyff. Their music is a blend of improvisation and composition, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Ben Monder's style, while rooted in the traditions of jazz, brings a unique liquid and luminous quality to the trio's sound. Chris Gestrin and Dylan van der Schyff complement Monder's playing with their keen sense of tonal color and rhythmic precision. Together, they create a sound that is both innovative and deeply rooted in the jazz tradition.