The Quintin Harris Trio (led by NY-based vocalist and pianist, Quintin Harris) is excited to be returning to Jazz On Main. With new takes on old standards, and debuting new originals, the trio finds excitement in bringing new discoveries to you. As they met in their undergraduate jazz program as attendants of William Paterson University of New Jersey, they found a deeper understanding of this music under the tutelage of their mentor, Bill Charlap. In addition to his longtime mentor Mr. Charlap, Quintin formed connections with his private teachers, Geoffrey Keezer, Ben Paterson, and Aaron Diehl. Bassist Sam AuBuchon’s teachers include David Wong, Mike LeDonne, Dayna Stephens, and Maestro Ron Carter. Drummer Marlen Suero-Amparo looks up to her teachers, Kenny Washington and Mike LeDonne.
The Trio has regular performances at venues such as Chelsea Table and Stage, Green Room 42, and are frequent guests in Susie Mosher’s The Line Up at the historical Birdland Jazz Club’s downstairs room. Quintin also co-created an original duo show Mr. Harris & Mr. Edwards, which was nominated for “Best Debut Show” in the 2021 Broadway World Cabaret Award, and he was a finalist in the 2022 American Jazz Pianists Competition in Savannah, Georgia.
Stay up to date with The QH Trio as 2024 will include new and exciting endeavors, such as tours across the country and the release of Quintin’s first professional vocal album. His hope is to continue his ever-evolving journey of conveying the message through this music that words alone cannot fully express.
“…a star turn for Mr. Harris…He possesses a rich, lyrical baritone voice. With his fine piano playing and almost dreamy singing, this might have been a hit record in another era.” – Theater Pizzazz
“The trio’s pure instrumental of Henry Mancini’s “Days of Wine and Roses” was a nod to the famous Oscar Peterson arrangement. Starting with a sizzling bass solo by Sam AuBuchon, the trio “traded fours” and really showed off their chops.” — Theater Pizzazz