Jazz in NYC: Sullivan Fortner Trio at Jazz Standard, October 2019

September 4, 2019September 4, 2019 arts-NY 1 Comment

Jazz in NYC: Sullivan Fortner Trio at Jazz Standard, October 2019

Jazz Standard presents pianist, composer, and bandleader Sullivan Fortner and his trio on October 3 – 6, 2019.

Sullivan Fortner, pianist — Sullivan Fortner / Image courtesy of the musician

Lauded as one of the top jazz pianists of his generation, Sullivan Fortner is recognized for his virtuosic technique and captivating performances. The winner of three prestigious awards – a Leonore Annenberg Arts Fellowship, the 2015 Cole Porter Fellowship from the American Pianists Association, and the 2016 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists – Sullivan’s music embodies the essence of the blues and jazz as he connects music of all eras and genres through the improvisation.

The venerate Jazz Standard club hosts Sullivan Fortner and his trio including John Patitucci, bass and Nasheet Waits, drums on October 3 – 6, 2019.

The Sullivan Fortner Trio has performed on many of the world’s most prestigious stages including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Newport Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Discover Jazz Festival, Tri-C Jazz Festival, Jazz Standard, and the Gillmore Keyboard Festival. Fortner has been heard with other leading musicians around the world including Dianne Reeves, Roy Hargrove, Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, John Scofield, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Fred Hersch, Sean Jones, DeeDee Bridgewater, Roberta Gambarini, Peter Bernstein, Stefon Harris, Nicholas Peyton, Billy Hart, Dave Liebman, Gary Bartz, Etienne Charles and Christian Scott.

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Jazz in NYC: Emmet Cohen Trio at Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola in Sept, 2019

August 16, 2019October 1, 2019 arts-NY

Jazz in NYC: Emmet Cohen Trio at Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola in Sept, 2019

Pianist Emmet Cohen, a rising star on the fast-paced jazz music scene, and his trio perform at Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola on September 15, 2019

Emmet Cohen, piano at Dizzy's Club Coca Cola — Emmet Cohen, piano; photo by John Abbott

Fun, vibrancy, and grace are signature features of Emmet Cohen‘s playing. Supported by his trio, which includes bassist Russell Hall and drummer Kyle Poole, the musicians bring back the sparkle and zest of jazzy days of the past.

Committed to the preservation of the treasured American musical tradition, Cohen is leading the project of transferring the artistic knowledge and history from the generation of established jazz titans like the bassist Ron Carter and the drummer Tootie Heath to the younger audience. Recording and producing sessions with legendary musicians make up his professional undertaking the “Masters Legacy Series.” He serves as both producer and pianist for each album in the series.

Winner of the 2019 American Pianists Association’s Grand Prize, 2019 Cole Porter Fellowship and recording residency with Mack Avenue Records, Cohen joins a prominent lineup of past awardees such as Sullivan Fortner, Aaron Parks, Dan Tepfer, and Aaron Diehl.

The excitement, warmth, and utmost elegance of playing the well-recognized staples of jazz repertoire make performances by Emmet Cohen Trio a must-see for every music lover. That was very clear in July of this year when Emmet Cohen Trio performed with Veronica Swift at Birdland to a sold-out house. Keeping in mind the popularity of the venerable Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, consider reserving ahead as space is limited.

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Beyond NYC: John Pizzarelli Trio in Salute to Nat King Cole at Jazz Forum in Tarrytown, NY

August 30, 2019October 1, 2019 arts-NY 1 Comment

Beyond NYC: John Pizzarelli Trio in Salute to Nat King Cole at Jazz Forum in Tarrytown, NY

Celebrate Nat King Cole Centennial with John Pizzarelli, guitarist and singer, and his trio at the intimate Jazz Forum club in Tarrytown, NY on September 6-7, 2019

Jazz Forum in Tarrytown, NY presents world-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli and his trio including Mike Karn on double bass, and Konrad Paszkudzki on piano. The stop at Jazz Forum is part of Pizzarelli’s tour that coincides with the release of his new album For Centennial Reasons: 100 Year Salute to Nat King Cole on Ghostlight Deluxe.

“Nat King Cole is the reason why I do what I do,” comments John Pizzarelli. “The joy that he brought me has never faded and the musicality of his group remains fresh and vibrant to this day.”

Pizzarelli’s annual appearances in New York City at Carlyle and Birdland among other venerated jazz spots are always highly anticipated events for the jazz fans. Embarking on a tour to celebrate the new album, he explains, “The trio has developed and refined these songs and, over time, figured out what we feel have become the definitive versions. Some arrangements, like ‘Route 66,’ have gotten much faster. But ‘Straighten Up and Fly Right,’ which I recorded for my first album way back in 1983, has settled into more of a mellow tone. After all this time, I can slow down and savor it. These songs never get old.”

Enjoy the timeless music of legendary Nat King Cole together with the great John Pizzarelli and his musicians at Jazz Forum on September 6-7, 2019. Space is limited so book ahead.

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Jazz in NYC: Fred Hersch Trio at Village Vanguard from July 23-28, 2019

June 25, 2019October 1, 2019 arts-NY

Jazz in NYC: Fred Hersch Trio at Village Vanguard from July 23-28, 2019

Fred Hersch Trio performs at the legendary Village Vanguard jazz club from July 23 – 28, 2019

Pianist Fred Heesch — Pianist Fred Hersch / Photo credit Jim Wilkie

Jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader, Fred Hersch is a celebrated figure in the music world. Known for his deceptively simple yet deeply nuanced performing style, Hersch’s appearances with his renown trio, in partnership with other musicians, and in solo performances are always highly anticipated by the fans. These upcoming sessions with bassist John Hébert and drummer Eric McPherson are no exception.

Notorious for its very special ease of sound and compositional precision, the trio is a regular at the venerable jazz spot Village Vanguard. Treat yourself to the fete of great music with your fellow piano jazz connoisseurs.

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