Pianist Michael Weiss, grand prize winner of the 2000 BMI/Thelonious Monk Institute Composers Competition, has established a formidable reputation working with such names as Johnny Griffin, Art Farmer, and Wynton Marsalis. In addition to his demand as a sideman, Weiss's role as bandleader, recording artist, composer, arranger, and educator have earned him accolades from both audiences and critics:
"...one of the most dynamic young pianists in jazz" — Chicago Tribune
"...focuses the intensity of a tune as well as any pianist in mainstream jazz" — New York Times
"...writes with thought-provoking originality" — JazzTimes
"...one of the most dependable pianists on the scene" — The New Yorker
The veteran jazz critic Ira Gitler probably summed it up best: "The music of Michael Weiss has those qualities which touch the heart, the soul, the mind, and the 'call it whachawanna'."
MAKE YOUR RESERVATION
Tickets are priced at $20. Reservations are required. No refunds.
The show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream, generously sponsored by local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Online donations are welcome—all proceeds benefit Texas Jazz Society’s mission to keep jazz alive and thriving in Texas.
COVID PRECAUTIONS
Parker continues to operate at limited capacity. Face masks are recommended. While dancing is not discouraged, please note that Parker does not have a dedicated dance floor.
GOOD TO KNOW
Our show starts at 8pm and doors open at 7pm. Your ticket guarantees your seat, but please note that table preference is based on a first-come, first-served basis. Though there’s not a bad seat in the house, if you have a specific table at which you want to be seated, arrive early.