ABOUT THE EVENT
In the Carnegie Room
Joe Kenney, a pianist acclaimed for his innovative merging of classical, jazz, and contemporary idioms, will perform works from his original album, “Afflictions and Remedies”, as well as classical arrangements of popular songs from his second studio album, “1.5”.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joe Kenney studied jazz and classical piano from age six, eventually taking precollege master classes at the Curtis Institute of Music and receiving a BM in Piano Performance from West Chester University of PA.
Kenney’s debut album, “Afflictions and Remedies”, is comprised of original songs and is reflective of his extensive classical training and representative of a fusion of jazz, blues, R&B, and classical styles. The critical acclaim in response to the debut release resulted in radio features on an impressive array of stations across the country. Meredith Hairston, music manger at WJSU-FM (Jackson, Mississippi) and a major champion of Kenney’s music, called “Afflictions and Remedies” “a beautiful painting of a piano at work”.
In February 2016, Kenney’s versatility was highlighted as he recorded his second studio album. “1.5”, an album that features piano covers of alt rock and top 40 selections. DJ Wendy Rollins of Radio 104.5 WRFF, Philadelphia’s alternative rock station, called Kenney’s arrangements “perfection” and went on to say, “When an artist is able to completely reimagine a song, in a totally different format….you have my attention. Joe Kenney has my attention.”
Joe Kenney has an active touring schedule both as a soloist and with the Joe Kenney Trio, a dynamic jazz fusion group.
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events calendar at www.phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013, Ext. 132.
610-933-3013 x132
