Oscar Rossignoli plays Monk

Oscar Rossignoli, a pianist of Honduran origin, weaves together diverse musical traditionsfrom his classical training to his deep love for Latin and North American jazzinto his compositions. He resides in New Orleans today, collaborating with top local jazz artists such as John Boutt, Jason Marsalis, Gladney, Amina Scott, Yusa, and others. His career includes work within the EXTENDED trio alongside Matt Booth and Brad Webb, plus leadership of both a quartet and a trio. Oscar completed his masters studies at the University of New Orleans, where he received the 20152016 ASCAP Louis Armstrong Scholar award and was named a finalist in the 2018 Ellis Marsalis International Jazz Piano Competition. Tonights program honors the legendary Thelonious Monk (19171982), an influential American jazz pianist and composer widely considered one of the pioneers of modern jazz. Known for his highly original playing stylecharacterized by angular melodies, unexpected pauses, percussive touch, and complex harmoniesMonk helped shape the bebop movement together with artists like Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. He composed numerous jazz standards, including Round Midnight, Blue Monk, and Straight No Chaser, which remain widely performed today. Although his unconventional approach initially puzzled some listeners, Monks genius and innovation eventually earned him critical acclaim, cementing his legacy as one of the most distinctive and important figures in jazz history. Tonights performance includes Oscar Rossignoli on piano and Amina Scott on bass; drums are provided by Nygel Anderson. Shows begin at 7:30pm and 9:30pm with doors opening at 7:00pm and 9:00pm respectively. The restaurant remains open from 5:00pm to 10:00pm for dinner before or after your showtime. Advance ticket holders may automatically make table reservations in the Dining Room through OpenTable.com, or they can reserve a table in the adjacent Restaurant by emailing reservations@snugjazz.com after purchasing their tickets online. Dinner service without advance concert tickets is first-come, first-served based on availability upon arrival. The Bar Room operates from 5:00pm to midnight with or without tickets. Please note that Snug Harbor does not serve the full menu inside the Music Room; only cheese and charcuterie trays are available for table service there. To preserve the integrity, quiet, and focus of our world-class intimate concerts, only charcuterie, cocktails, and soft drinks may be served at tables within the Music Room. We encourage arriving at least 90 minutes before your showtime to enjoy full dinner service in the Dining Room right next door before being seated for your ticketed performance.