James Fernando Trio | Philly 3

($20-$30 + DICE fees | 6:30pm Show) James Fernando, the prodigiously talented pianist-composer known for equal parts mischief and mastery, celebrates the release of “Philly 3” – his sixth album overall and powerful debut recording with his working trio. The nine-track suite of original compositions, plus a single nod to Erroll Garner, finds Fernando at the intersection of virtuosity, humor, and a serious compositional voice that pushes the piano-trio tradition forward while keeping listeners both on their toes and unable to stop tapping them.

Based in Philadelphia, the James Fernando Trio creates music steeped in the tradition of jazz legends such as Duke Ellington, Oscar Peterson, and Thelonious Monk. With a balance of playfulness and technical mastery, the trio delivers fresh interpretations of jazz standards alongside compelling original compositions. Their performances bring the jazz genre into the present day through inventive improvisation, clever arrangements, and captivating rhythms. Dynamic, powerful, and downright fun, the James Fernando Trio puts on a show you won’t want to miss.