Ehud Asherie Trio
Birdland315 West 44th Street, New York 10036
Ehud Asherie brings his trio to Birdland for an early-evening set built around original music and beloved compositions. The pianist and composer is joined by regular collaborators John Webber on bass and Kenny Washington on drums. The billed trio format puts Asherie’s syncopated phrasing, evolving harmonic ideas and commitment to spontaneity at the center, with the three musicians navigating the material together.
Asherie is a pianist and composer whose sound draws on different eras and mingling traditions, developed both on the bandstand and in the studio. The New Yorker has called him “a master of swing and stride,” a description that points to the rhythmic drive and piano tradition behind his playing. For this Birdland appearance, he works with Webber and Washington, musicians described in the listing as frequent collaborators and New York jazz legends, bringing a well-established working rapport to the set.
Birdland offers a refined jazz experience in a room where the audience sits at tables close to the stage, allowing every note to reach you clearly. The venue features a full menu with dishes like New Orleans-style gumbo alongside a well-stocked bar, making it easy to enjoy a meal or drinks while listening. Each show is ticketed per set, encouraging focused listening as the music unfolds in roughly 45-minute segments. The club’s walls echo decades of jazz history, having hosted legends and continuing to attract top contemporary artists. Located in Manhattan’s Theater District, the space balances a serious music environment with the energy of a night out, where attentive audiences savor the performances without distraction. Booking ahead is essential, as the club fills quickly for its celebrated lineup.