Last Show: Friday 11 th November 2016
Uniquely gifted pianist from Bali, 13 year old Joey Alexander marks his hotly anticipated UK debut with this one-off show at PizzaExpress.
An extraordinary and uniquely gifted pianist from Bali, 13 year old Joey Alexander marked his recording debut at just 11 with the release of 'My favourite Things', nominated as Best Instrumental Jazz Album for the 2016 Grammy Awards. Joey brings a delicate, profound and soulful touch to his own interpretation of such classics as My Favourite Things, Giant Steps and Over the Rainbow and showcases his talents as an arranger, composer and bandleader. His Giant Steps has earned a 2016 Grammy nomination for Best Improvised Jazz Solo.
Joey Alexander taught himself to play piano by listening with his father to classic jazz albums. An amateur musician, Alexander's father soon recognized his son's gift for jazz, as his technique and ability to grasp complicated musical concepts was beyond someone of his years. Due to the lack of jazz education where he lived, Alexander began attending jam sessions with senior musicians. From there, his musical intuition flourished, as did his love of playing jazz. In recognition of his talent, UNESCO invited Alexander to play solo piano in honour of his jazz idol Herbie Hancock, who provides enthusiastic support to Alexander's budding career.
Through festival appearances and awards for his improvisational brilliance, the world has taken notice of this phenomenal and exciting pianist with the astonishing technique and soulful sound. This one-off show marks Alexander's hotly anticipated UK debut.
visit: joeyalexandermusic.com