Jazz Night! Featuring Avi Wisnia and Friends at James A. Michener Art Museum

Award-winning singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia presents an eclectic mix of refreshingly original songs and inventive covers, finding inspiration in Brazilian bossa nova, acoustic American folk, 1950’s west-coast jazz, and contemporary pop. He has been described as "Ben Folds meets Norah Jones, if they had a lovechild in Brazil." Avi's clever lyrics give a knowing nod to his contemporaries, while his smooth vocals and deft piano skills assure you that this is truly something new. Having grown up in Bucks County PA, Avi has toured the country with his dynamic ensemble and his debut full-length album, Something New, performing in prestigious venues across the country – from The Kennedy Center in Washington DC to Lincoln Center in New York, even spending a month performing in Brazil...

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Award-winning singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia presents an eclectic mix of refreshingly original songs and inventive covers, finding inspiration in Brazilian bossa nova, acoustic American folk, 1950’s west-coast jazz, and contemporary pop. He has been described as "Ben Folds meets Norah Jones, if they had a lovechild in Brazil." Avi's clever lyrics give a knowing nod to his contemporaries, while his smooth vocals and deft piano skills assure you that this is truly something new. Having grown up in Bucks County PA, Avi has toured the country with his dynamic ensemble and his debut full-length album, Something New, performing in prestigious venues across the country – from The Kennedy Center in Washington DC to Lincoln Center in New York, even spending a month performing in Brazil. Avi has performed alongside artists such as The Roots, Maroon 5, and Arturo Sandoval, and his music has been featured on TV and in featured films. Avi Wisnia is excited to bring his full ensemble to the Michener Art Museum for this featured performance.

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