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Ben Paterson Organ Trio ft. Randy Napoleon
The Ben Paterson Organ Trio featuring Randy Napoleon performs a vibrant jazz set at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Ben Paterson is a pianist known internationally for his unique blend of jazz and blues and exceptional musicianship.
The Ben Paterson Organ Trio with guest guitarist Randy Napoleon performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Originally from Philadelphia, Ben Paterson studied both classical and jazz music before moving to Chicago, where he absorbed the city’s distinctive mix of jazz and blues. He is currently based in New York and regularly performs at prominent venues and festivals worldwide.
Paterson has collaborated with numerous notable jazz artists, including NEA Jazz Master Von Freeman, Catherine Russell, and Bobby Broom. He has received several accolades, such as first place in the Ellis Marsalis International Jazz Piano Competition, and has released multiple albums under his own name, with new releases in 2024.
This performance showcases Paterson’s distinctive swing feel and refined piano technique, enriched by Randy Napoleon’s guitar contributions to the trio’s sound.
Paterson has collaborated with numerous notable jazz artists, including NEA Jazz Master Von Freeman, Catherine Russell, and Bobby Broom. He has received several accolades, such as first place in the Ellis Marsalis International Jazz Piano Competition, and has released multiple albums under his own name, with new releases in 2024.
This performance showcases Paterson’s distinctive swing feel and refined piano technique, enriched by Randy Napoleon’s guitar contributions to the trio’s sound.
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