The Johnny O’Neal Trio

With over 40 years as a professional pianist, vocalist, and entertainer, Johnny O’Neal has earned worldwide respect among jazz musicians and fans. His career highlights include performing at Carnegie Hall in 1985, being inducted into the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame in 1998, and portraying virtuoso pianist Art Tatum in the Oscar-winning Ray Charles biopic. He’s shared stages with jazz legends such as Sarah Vaughan and Dizzy Gillespie and gathered an international following through festival appearances in multiple continents. At Cliff Bell’s, Johnny showcased his melodic and swinging piano style alongside his soulfully direct singing, reflecting the influences of Oscar Peterson and Art Tatum in a deeply personal way. If you’re into authentic jazz, this show was a memorable experience.