Ben Rice Trio With Special Guest Nate Bellott

Catch Ben Rice live, one of the most skilled Jazz pianists of his generation! A SUNY Purchase grad ('15), Ben has graced iconic venues like Smalls, Birdland, Dizzy's Club, and The Blue Note, performing alongside legends like Eric Alexander, Rodney Green, and Steve Davis. Currently, with TrioNYC and as a sought-after sideman, he brings captivating energy to every performance. Don't miss this brilliant pianist, composer, and arranger, a rising force in the NYC Jazz scene! Michael Camacho, one of NYC's rising jazz stars, live in action! A Purchase College jazz performance graduate, Michael has electrified premier stages like Smalls, Mezzrow, Smoke, and even the Newport Jazz Festival. Featured on WBGO Jazz Radio, he’s collaborated with some of the city's top jazz talent. Don’t miss this dynamic performer who’s shaping the future of jazz with every beat! Alec Safy, a dynamic bassist lighting up the NYC jazz scene! A SUNY Purchase alum, Alec has performed alongside jazz greats like Gary Smulyan, Kenny Washington, and Jon Faddis, bringing his vibrant energy to stages across the U.S., Canada, and Asia, including the Hong Kong International Jazz Festival and Hanoi Opera House. Catch him at top NYC venues like Smalls, Dizzy’s, and The Django, delivering unforgettable performances with every note. Experience the artistry of saxophonist Nathan, a 2nd Prize winner in the 2020 Carinthia Jazz Award and semi-finalist in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition. With a sound and expression that captivates audiences worldwide, Nathan honed his craft under jazz legends like Charli Persip and Hal Galper, featuring on Galper's acclaimed Live at the COTA Jazz Festival. Performing regularly with ensembles such as Bobby Sanabria’s Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra and The Birdland Big Band, Nathan’s performances are not to be missed. Catch this rising star delivering brilliance on every stage! Band Lineup: Ben Rice, piano Nate Bellott, sax Alec Safy, Bass Mike Camacho, Drums