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Kenny Barron

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Born in Philadelphia, jazz pianist Kenny Barron is known for his fluid, nuanced style. A key hard bop figure, he’s worked with Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Getz, and Dave Holland, and earned multiple Grammy nods.

Concert Info

Genre: Jazz

Catch the Kenny Barron concert in New Orleans at New Orleans Jazz Market on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now!

Introduction

"One of the iconic pianists of our time," states GLIDE MAGAZINE.

Kenny Barron: A Jazz Master

NEA Jazz Master and 14x-GRAMMY® Award Nominated Pianist & Composer KENNY BARRON is recognized all over the world as a master of performance and composition. He has an unmatched ability to mesmerize audiences with his elegant playing, sensitive melodies & infectious rhythms. With 40+ recordings as a leader, Barron is one of the most influential mainstream jazz pianists since the bebop era. He is a 7x-Jazz Journalist Association "Pianist of the Year" Award-Winner.

Recent Accolades

In 2023 and 2024, Barron was Nominated for a GRAMMY® Award for "Best Jazz Instrumental Album" ('The Source' & 'Beyond This Place').

Critical Praise

"One of the top jazz pianists in the world," states the LOS ANGELES TIMES.
"The most lyrical piano player of our time," says JAZZ WEEKLY.
"More than half a century later, Barron is still writing original music that touches listeners' soul," raves DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE.