Sullivan Fortner - Piano Duos

Friday, June 12 7pm - with Kenny Barron *** SOLD OUT *** 9pm - with Luis Perdomo Saturday, June 13 7pm - with Bertha Hope 9pm - with Orrin Evans Sullivan Fortner an New Orleans born jazz pianist and three time GRAMMY Award-winner. Fortner was the regular pianist for Roy Hargrove’s quintet from 2010-2017. Fortner has continued to be a sought after collaborator and his collaboration with Samara Joy on her song “Twinkle Twinkle Little Me” won the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Performance. Kenneth Barron is an American jazz pianist and composer who has appeared on hundreds of recordings as leader and sideman and is considered one of the most influential mainstream jazz pianists since the bebop era. He has earned 14 Grammy Award nominations for his work and was honored by The National Endowment for the Arts as a 2010 Jazz Master. Luis Perdomo is a Venezuela-born jazz pianist. During his early life Perdomo played traditional Venezuelan music throughout the country, before becoming a jazz pianist. In 1993 Perdomo brought his Latin jazz sound to the New York City scene and enrolled in the Manhattan School of Music. Perdomo has appeared on over two hundred records, he was a member of Ravi Coltrane’s Quartet for ten years, and is a founding member of the Miguel Zenon Quartet. Bertha Hope joined New York City’s improvised jazz scene in 1957, when she moved from Los Angeles with her husband and collaborator Elmo Hope. Following her husband’s passing Bertha Hope has continued to keep his legacy alive through the tribute ensemble ELMOllenium and The Elmo Hope Project. Bertha Hope also bandleads and tours with her group The Bertha Hope Trio. Orrin Evans is a Philadelphia-raised pianist, composer, producer, and performer. His work as bandleader for Captain Black Big Band has earned him three Grammy Nominations. In 2026 he was named the new Artistic Director of the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. FRI 7pm (Kenny Barron) Tickets SAT 7pm (Bertha Hope) Tickets FRI 9pm (Luis Perdomo) Tickets SAT 9pm (Orrin Evans) Tickets Look at the fun from last year’s Piano Duos with Sullivan Fortner ! TJG SIGNATURE SERIES The Jazz Gallery Signature Series presents celebrated artists over multiple nights in our intimate listening room several times throughout the year. Distinct from our regular programming, TJG Signature Series features musicians whose artistic journeys have long been intertwined with The Jazz Gallery; artists who have helped define the music of our time and who continue to expand its possibilities. For many, The Jazz Gallery was an early home for creative exploration, and it continues to be a place to experiment. Now, as established voices and internationally recognized trailblazers, they return to our stage to share new work and collaborations, and connect with audiences in a uniquely personal setting. With just 70 seats, every performance at The Jazz Gallery offers a rare opportunity to experience world-class artistry up close. The sound is exceptional from every seat, the atmosphere is welcoming and focused, and the connection between artist and audience is unmatched. No drink minimums. No distractions. Just music. Made possible through the longstanding partnership between The Jazz Gallery and its artistic community, these engagements offer a rare opportunity to hear master musicians in one of New York's most intimate listening rooms. If The Jazz Gallery's motto is "Where The Future Is Present," the Signature Series celebrates what happens when that future comes full circle—bringing extraordinary artists back home to the stage where so many chapters of their stories began.