Laszlo Gardony Trio at Baby Grand Jazz Series at Hartford Public Library

Winner of the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, pianist and composer, Laszlo Gardony has been noted for his “fluid pianism” by The New York Times, and the legendary Dave Brubeck called him “a great pianist.” Two of his albums made DownBeat Magazine’s “Best of the Year” list. “A formidable improviser who lives in the moment” (JazzTimes), Laszlo has performed in 27 countries and released 14 albums on the Sunnyside, Antilles and Avenue labels. A professor of piano at Berklee College of Music in Boston, he is on the faculty at Harvard University and a voting member of the Recording Academy/GRAMMYs. Learn more at: https://www.lgjazz.com/ ...

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Winner of the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, pianist and composer, Laszlo Gardony has been noted for his “fluid pianism” by The New York Times, and the legendary Dave Brubeck called him “a great pianist.” Two of his albums made DownBeat Magazine’s “Best of the Year” list. “A formidable improviser who lives in the moment” (JazzTimes), Laszlo has performed in 27 countries and released 14 albums on the Sunnyside, Antilles and Avenue labels. A professor of piano at Berklee College of Music in Boston, he is on the faculty at Harvard University and a voting member of the Recording Academy/GRAMMYs. Learn more at: https://www.lgjazz.com/

Laszlo's long-time trio-mates, John Lockwood (bass) and Yoron Israel (drums) will also be featured in the trio.

Drummer Yoron Israel stands as one of the most sought-after musicians of his generation. In addition to leading his own projects, Yoron's exceptional musicality, intensity, and versatility are celebrated globally. Through consistent performances at prestigious concerts, notable festivals, and prominent clubs, he has contributed to over 200 recordings as an accompanist with luminaries like Sonny Rollins, Abbey Lincoln, Ahmad Jamal, and Horace Silver. He has been a member of the Laszlo Gardony Trio for over 20 years, and Laszlo is featured on two of Yoron’s albums as well. 
Yoron holds the position of Chair and Professor of Percussion at Berklee College of Music.  

Bassist John Lockwood has earned an esteemed international reputation throughout his career, performing alongside legends such as Joe Henderson, Dizzy Gillespie, Pat Metheny, and Freddie Hubbard, to name a few. He is widely regarded as a premier bassist in the New England region and is recognized for his regular collaborations with The Fringe, Laszlo Gardony, George Garzone, Joe Maneri, Billy Pierce, and others. John also serves as an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music.

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