Ehud Asherie Trio
Birdland315 West 44th Street, New York 10036
Ehud Asherie brings his trio to Birdland for a set of original music and beloved compositions. The pianist and composer is joined by frequent collaborators John Webber on bass and Kenny Washington on drums. Expect a program shaped by Asherie’s commitment to spontaneity, with syncopated phrases and harmonies that keep evolving as the trio works through the material.
Asherie is a pianist and composer whose work draws inspiration from diverse eras and mingling traditions, developing a distinct voice on bandstands and in the studio. The New Yorker has called him “a master of swing and stride,” a description that points directly to the rhythmic grounding and historical awareness in his playing. With Webber and Washington, both identified by Birdland as New York jazz legends, this trio places that approach in a compact, responsive setting: three musicians with room to follow the turns in a tune as they happen.
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.