Benito Gonzalez Trio
The Django2 6th Avenue, New York 10013
Benito Gonzalez brings his trio to The Django for a piano-led jazz set with Stefano Battaglia on bass and Adam Arruda on drums. The program is built around Gonzalez's playing and the working exchange of this rhythm section, in the cellar-level room at the Roxy Hotel.
Gonzalez is an internationally recognized, Grammy-nominated pianist whose music joins jazz with rhythms from around the world. The venue notes that he has worked with dozens of major artists and is known for bringing leading rhythm-section players into his trio projects. Here, Battaglia and Arruda supply the bass and drums for a compact three-piece setting centered on Gonzalez's piano.
The Django offers a subterranean jazz experience inspired by Parisian boîtes, with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls that frame a stage equipped with a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system. The venue combines two cocktail bars and an open dining area where you can enjoy an elevated menu alongside live performances every night. The evening unfolds with a focus on attentive listening, enhanced by award-winning cocktails crafted by Natasha David and a selection of small plates and dinner options. Shows require a cover charge and reservations are recommended to secure your spot. The setting invites you to settle in for a night of rich jazz sounds, fine food, and carefully mixed drinks, all within the cellar level of the Roxy Hotel, creating a distinct mood that feels both exclusive and welcoming.