Pennsylvania's mark on jazz piano is undeniably immense, with an astonishing number of all time great players, arrangers, and educators hailing from the state. 

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This program showcases the music, lives, playing style, and influence of nine piano playing Pennsylvania natives:

• Earl "Fatha" Hines

• Mary Lou Williams

• Billy Strayhorn

• Erroll Garner

• Ahmad Jamal

• Bobby Timmons

• McCoy Tyner

• Fred Rogers

• Keith Jarrett

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With visual aids, a sing along, audience participation, and even audience members sitting in with the trio, this program showcases a bit of local history wrapped up in an eclectic and engaging live music experience.