Raphael D’lugoff Trio
Raphael D’lugoff (p), Ari Roland (b), Keith Balla (d)
Ornithology Cafe1039 Broadway, New York 11221
Raphael D’lugoff brings a piano trio to Cafe Ornithology, with Ari Roland on bass and Keith Balla on drums. The billed early-evening set presents D’lugoff’s working group in its compact piano, bass, and drums format.
Beyond this lineup, available information does not establish a hometown, a broader history for the trio, or critical descriptions of its music. D’lugoff is described elsewhere as a pianist-composer who has worked with Betty Garrett, Leon Parker, Joel Frahm, and James Levine. His stated influences include stride piano, Thelonious Monk, Wynton Kelly, and Paul Bley, a range that places early jazz piano language alongside several distinct modern approaches. He has also recorded Sandbox, a quartet project. Roland and Balla are named here as the trio’s bassist and drummer, respectively; no further background for this particular group is available in the supplied material.
Cafe Ornithology offers a unique blend of live jazz performances paired with vegan Mediterranean cuisine in a warmly decorated space that invites you to settle in and savor both sound and flavor. The venue features a bar serving craft beers and natural wines, complementing the soulful music that fills the room nightly. Seating is available, encouraging attentive listening rather than casual mingling, making it a place to truly engage with the artists. The walls are adorned with art and plants, creating a relaxed yet focused environment. Shows are ticketed and the kitchen serves vibrant seasonal dishes alongside desserts, ensuring your evening is as nourishing as it is entertaining. This spot captures a slice of Brooklyn’s rich cultural fabric, where music and mindful dining come together seamlessly.