Pianist Michael Weiss, grand prize winner of the 2000 BMI/Thelonious Monk Institute Composers Competition, has established a formidable reputation working with such names as Johnny Griffin, Art Farmer, Frank Wess, George Coleman, Jimmy Heath, Lou Donaldson, and Wynton Marsalis. In addition to his demand as a sideman, Weiss' role as bandleader, recording artist, composer, arranger and educator have earned him accolades from both audiences and critics:

"...focuses the intensity of a tune as well as any pianist in mainstream jazz"

New York Times

"...writes with thought-provoking originality"

JazzTimes

"...one of the most dependable pianists on the scene"
The New Yorker

Location: Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Cost: $20 general, $10 students. Purchase advance tickets here

Lineup: Michael Weiss (p); Cory Weeds (ts); John Lee (b) Matt Jorgensen (d)

Website: www.michaelweiss.info