Grammy-winning guitarist and composer, Stephane Wrembel, returns to Joe's Pub with his exceptional long-time band -- Josh Kaye on guitar, Ari Folman-Cohen on bass, Nick Driscoll on tenor sax, and Nick Anderson on drums—with very special guest Jean-Michel Pilc on piano.

These 6 shows mark the celebration of Wrembel's collaboration with Pilc, entitled Triptych, which will be released nationally on March 29, 2024. The 3 CDs—Phase 1, 2 and 3-- were recorded over the past few years and include several new compositions by both Wrembel and Pilc.  The CDs will be available at these special shows in advance of the official release.

Wrembel, widely recognized as one of the preeminent guitarists in the world, specializes in the style of the legendary composer and guitarist, Django Reinhardt. Throughout his illustrious career, he has toured the globe and released 17 albums under his own name and the nom de plume The Django Experiment. His most recent release, "Django New Orleans," debuted in May 2023. Notably, his original compositions have been featured in the films "Midnight in Paris," "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," and "Rifkin’s Festival," with "Midnight in Paris" earning a Grammy Award® for "Best Compilation Soundtrack," featuring the Wrembel’s composition "Bistro Fada." Wrembel has also shared the stage with an array of iconic artists, including Elvis Costello, Patti Smith, The Roots, Medeski Martin & Wood, Me’shell Ndegeocello, John Scofield, Larry Keel, Stochelo Rosenberg, Sam Bush, and more. His annual music festival, "Django A Gogo," has gained global recognition as a premier event celebrating the music of Django Reinhardt.

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Photo credit: Lawrence Sumulong

Jean-Michel Pilc, acclaimed for his improvisational prowess, is a pianist and composer with an extensive career. He has performed alongside numerous jazz legends, gracing stages in over 60 countries. Pilc served as the musical director and pianist for Harry Belafonte and even engaged in a memorable duet with the legendary opera singer Jessye Norman. Since embarking on his professional musical journey in the late '80s, Pilc has maintained a vibrant international presence. He has released several recordings with his legendary trio, featuring François Moutin on bass and Ari Hoenig on drums.

Additionally, Pilc has gained acclaim as a solo performer, boasting five critically acclaimed solo piano records: "Follow Me" (2004), "Essential" (2011), "What Is This Thing Called?" (2015), "Parallel" (2018), and "Symphony" (2023). He now resides in Montreal, where he is a member of the Jazz Faculty at The Schulich School of Music of McGill University. Pilc continues to captivate audiences with his musical artistry, performing with New York City-based groups like Pilc-Moutin-Hoenig and his US Trio alongside Sam Minaie and Jerad Lippi.

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Feb 2 at 7pm: Program A
Feb 2 at 9:30pm: Program B
Feb 3 at 7pm: Program C
Feb 3 at 9:30pm: Program A
Feb 4 at 6pm: Program B
Feb 4 at 8:30pm: Program C