Joy Yang Trio

AIRMW is proud to present the 29th Annual Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival. (Nov 1&2 at Elastic, Nov 4 at Greenline Performing Arts Center)

This critically acclaimed annual event is an essential cornerstone for highlighting and documenting the significant role that Asian Americans and their collaborators have in contributing to the city’s historic and vibrant musical landscape. Come and celebrate the 29th anniversary of the Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival (CAAJF). The CAAJF features the finest in contemporary Asian American music. Curated by Asian Improv aRts Midwest, national and internationally acclaimed Asian American artists and their collaborators weave together their collective flair to create an improvisational experience.

Joy Yang will be celebrating the release of her new record Live On. The album is a live concert recording dedicated to the life and memory of Joshua Bell (1996-2021). It consists of original compositions and arrangements of Jazz standards. Listeners are taken on a journey through time, space, rain and pain, emerging joyously in a dance that celebrates life. Special thanks to my trio partners, Ori and Mitch, without whom these compositions and performances would not be what you hear today.

$15 / $10 w/ Student ID - Tickets Available at the Door

Artist Bios

A fluid power trio of Joy Yang (piano), Mitchell Maftean (double bass) and Ori Sergel (drum set) bring raw emotions to life through sonic performance. We bring you fresh original compositions and arrangements of Jazz standards. Having met in graduate school at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the trio formed a strong bond through their shared interests in diverse styles and backgrounds. Their experiences merge together for a sonic experience which is honest, dynamic and raw. At times, their sets at times include theremin, electronic, vocal and solo instrumental moments. Join us for an evening to remember!