Pat Metheny Group

The Pat Metheny Group was an American jazz fusion band founded in 1977 by guitarist and composer Pat Metheny, along with his core collaborating partner, pianist, keyboardist and composer Lyle Mays. Other long-standing members included bassist and producer Steve Rodby from 1981 to 2010, and drummer Paul Wertico from 1983 to 2001, after which Antonio Sanchez became the drummer from 2002 to 2010. Vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Pedro Aznar was also a long-time member, performing with the group from 1984 to 1993. In addition to a core quartet, the group was often joined by a variety of other multi-instrumentalists expanding the size to between five and eight musicians.