Helio Alves Trio – Brazilian Jazz

Led by Brazilian pianist Helio Alves, the trio brings together Brazilian rhythm and contemporary jazz with clarity and depth. Rooted in decades of performance and collaboration, Alves shapes a sound that is melodic, grounded, and rhythmically nuanced.

Admission: $20: Cover at Mezzanine.

7:30 pm to 8:30 pm (First Set)

9:30 PM – 10:30 PM (Second Set)

Featuring:
Hamish Smith / Bass
Ronen Itzik / Drums
Helio Alves / Piano; arrangements and compositions

About Helio Alves

Born in São Paulo, Brazil, pianist Helio Alves skillfully blends the intricate rhythms of Brazilian music with the bold intensity of contemporary jazz. Since relocating to New York City in the 1990s, Alves has earned acclaim as a sought-after sideman, performing alongside renowned artists such as Joe Henderson, Yo-Yo Ma, Sadao Watanabe, Slide Hampton, Airto Moreira & Flora Purim, Paquito D’Rivera, Joyce, and Rosa Passos, among others.

Alves has released four solo albums, showcasing his versatile piano skills: “Trios” (1998), “Portrait in Black & White” (2004), “It’s Clear” (2009), and “Musica” (date), featuring collaborations with Antonio Sanchez, Reuben Rogers, Claudio Roditi, and Romero Lubambo.

Explore the world of Brazilian jazz piano through Helio’s online course, “Brazilian Jazz Piano.” Don’t miss his latest album, “At Play,” a vibrant collaboration with Romero Lubambo, Reuben Rogers, and Edu Ribeiro, available now. Discover more and get your copy at www.openstudiojazz.com.

Also, delve into the captivating sounds of “Águas Brasileiras,” the new release from The Brazilian Trio, featuring Helio Alves, Nilson Matta, and Duduka Da Fonseca. This album is available now on Zoho Music. For more information, visit www.braziliantriomusic.net.