Joey Alexander Trio at Kahilu Theatre

Piano wunderkind Joey Alexander’s deft touch, adventurous spirit and captivating verve have quickly brought him to the forefront of today’s budding musicians. Born in Bali in 2003, his meteoric rise has already yielded a Grammy Award nomination for his debut album, My Favorite Things. Since he first encountered a piano at the age of six and picked out a Thelonious Monk melody, he has gone on to win international competitions and astound festival audiences. He now counts his heroes Wynton Marsalis and Herbie Hancock among the many fans who delight in his imaginative, sophisticated arrangements and remarkable playing.