Winner of the 2023 American Piano Awards and a Steinway Artist, Isaiah J. Thompson is today one of the most sought-after pianists on the American jazz scene, having collaborated with artists such as Wynton Marsalis and John Pizzarelli.

On March 9, he makes his Florence debut with his quartet, presenting The Book of Isaiah: Modern Jazz Ministry, his debut release for Mack Avenue Records—an autobiographical project produced by the great pianist Cyrus Chestnut. It is a contemporary jazz work that explores faith, identity, artistic vocation, and humanity.

Inspired by the great sacred jazz tradition of Duke Ellington, Mary Lou Williams, and John Coltrane, Thompson shapes a personal language that blends swing, blues, and narrative depth.

On stage:
Isaiah J. Thompson – piano
Julian Lee – tenor saxophone
Sebastian Rios – double bass
Matthew Lee – drums

A cohesive and refined quartet, capable of moving between energy and introspection with remarkable maturity.