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James Austin Jr. Trio at Klavierhaus
by Steve Blomgren
James Austin Jr. Trio Klavierhaus Piano Jazz Series New York, NY October 8, 2024 Klavierhaus, as part of its ongoing “Piano Jazz Series" of performances, on October 8th welcomed James Austin Jr. Trio to its stage and showroom, located on the far western edge of Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen. Austin, an acolyte of famed jazz pianist and educator Barry Harris, is also a lifelong Stevie Wonder fan. He even went into the ...
Continue ReadingJames Austin, Jr: Songs in the Key of Wonder
by Geannine Reid
Hailing from the windy city of Chicago, James Austin, Jr. has established himself as an accomplished pianist and bandleader. He honed his craft under the tutelage of a number of legendary musicians, including extensive study with renowned jazz educator Barry Harris, receiving numerous accolades and awards along the way, including the honor of being selected as a semi-finalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano competition. Each year he has curated and led the New Jersey Performing Arts Center ...
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