Quintin Harris Trio

A 25-year-old jazz pianist and vocalist leads The Quintin Harris Trio, which has gained significant momentum over the past year by performing regularly at New York City's most prestigious venues as well as across the nation. Quintin is thrilled to return to his preferred location in New Yorkthe legendary Birdland Jazz Clubthis time presenting a blend of his own original compositions. An apprentice of master pianist Bill Charlap, Quintin performs with an emotional depth and artistic sensibility that exceeds his age. He is best known for dynamic trio arrangements, sincere ballad performances, powerful lyrical delivery, and a natural ability to play deep swing musicyou will not want to miss these emerging talents. Quintin interprets the classic American Songbook and the elegance of old New York with great feeling; he brings melody, phrasing, and touch infused with intense sensitivity and passion through technical trio arrangements and emotionally moving ballad performances. The New York City Jazz Record notes: The authentic presentation of the classic American Songbook has never been more genuinethe imagery of old New York flourishes... Masterful standards are kept current and relevant through the power of arrangement... With such a gifted group, The Quintin Harris Trio offers many possibilities; there is Quintin as vocalist, Quintin as solo jazz pianist, and Quintin as leader of a band with two other virtuosic musicians. Therefore, the potential combinations and permutations for presenting material are exciting...