Da Camera Presents Brad Mehldau Trio April 13 At Cullen Performance Hall

On Friday, April 13, 2018, at 8 p.m., Da Camera of Houston presents the Brad Mehldau Trio. This performance-the jazz pianist's long-awaited Houston debut- takes place at the Cullen Performance Hall on the University of Houston campus.

Over the last two decades, Mehldau has forged a unique path that embodies the essence of jazz exploration, classical romanticism and pop allure, transforming the paradigm of jazz and classical performance with a sound that embraces both improvisation and formalism. Though he has performed and recorded extensively as a solo artist and recently forged fruitful new creative collaborations with performers such as saxophonist Joshua Redman and mandolinist Chris Thile, Mehldau's career reflects a particular fondness for the trio format.

The trio-composed of Mehldau, Larry Grenadier on bass and Jeff Ballard on drums-has released five albums of studio recordings and live tracks since its current formation began in 2005. The latest album, Blues and Ballads (2016), focuses on interpretations of songs by other composers, including works by Cole Porter, Charlie Parker, John Lennon and Paul McCartney.

Da Camera's 2017-18 jazz series concludes with Dianne Reeves on Friday, June 1, 2018.

Tickets for Brad Mehldau Trio start at $42.50. Tickets are available by contacting Da Camera, 1402 Sul Ross, at 713-524-5050 or online at www.dacamera.com. Tickets for students and senior citizens are always half-price. $5 student rush tickets are available 30 minutes before the concert begins.

Da Camera of Houston's concerts feature small ensembles performing chamber music, jazz, early music and contemporary music. A vital institution in the world of chamber music, Da Camera is a source of innovative programming, notably Artistic and General Director Sarah Rothenberg's programs connecting chamber music with literature and the visual arts. Da Camera is nationally acclaimed for thought-provoking chamber music programming, as well as a jazz series with a unique balance between renowned performers and emerging artists.

Photo Credit: Michael Wilson