Piano Jazz Series: James Austin Jr. at Klavierhaus

Chicago-born pianist and bandleader James Austin Jr. makes his debut at Klavierhaus for a splendid evening of jazz piano on Tuesday, October 8, supported by Mike Karn on bass and Kayvan Gordon on drums.

A Thelonious Monk Competition semifinalist, he has shared stages worldwide with renowned artists and orchestrated acclaimed performances at Carnegie Hall. As a dedicated educator, Austin founded the Barry Harris Institute of Jazz and the ensemble Luminescence, preserving his mentor’s legacy. His debut album, Songs in the Key of Wonder, is a soulful tribute to Stevie Wonder, and he continues to enthrall audiences with his performances and leadership of the NJPAC Jazz Jam Session series....

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Chicago-born pianist and bandleader James Austin Jr. makes his debut at Klavierhaus for a splendid evening of jazz piano on Tuesday, October 8, supported by Mike Karn on bass and Kayvan Gordon on drums.

A Thelonious Monk Competition semifinalist, he has shared stages worldwide with renowned artists and orchestrated acclaimed performances at Carnegie Hall. As a dedicated educator, Austin founded the Barry Harris Institute of Jazz and the ensemble Luminescence, preserving his mentor’s legacy. His debut album, Songs in the Key of Wonder, is a soulful tribute to Stevie Wonder, and he continues to enthrall audiences with his performances and leadership of the NJPAC Jazz Jam Session series.

Two Showtimes Available: Choose between the 7:00 pm or 8:30 pm show. Tickets are only $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Students with valid school IDs can purchase tickets for just $15 in cash at the door. Secure your spot today!

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Can’t attend in person? No problem! Catch the show in the comfort of your own home via HD Livestreaming: $10 (advance); $15 (day of show).

Cancellation Policy: Refunds available for cancellations; otherwise, tickets are non-refundable. Please be punctual, and let us know if you’ll be late. We can hold your reservation for 15 minutes past the scheduled time. Thank you for your understanding.

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