Phil DeGreg Trio Play Jobim

Phil DeGreg - piano Aaron Jacobs - bass John Taylor - drums Celebrate the timeless music of Antonio Carlos Jobim with the Phil DeGreg Trio in an evening devoted to the elegance and subtle swing of Brazilian jazz. Jobim’s melodies—lyrical, intimate, and instantly recognizable—helped define the sound of bossa nova and continue to resonate with audiences around the world. Pianist Phil DeGreg is joined by Aaron Jacobs on bass and John Taylor on drums, forming a trio that brings both sensitivity and quiet authority to this repertoire. Together, they explore classics like The Girl from Ipanema, Corcovado, and Wave, along with lesser-known gems, all delivered with a refined touch that suits the room at Caffè Vivace. This is music that invites you to lean in and listen—subtle, sophisticated, and quietly captivating. An ideal night for those who appreciate melody, nuance, and the enduring beauty of Jobim’s songbook. Phil DeGreg is a Cincinnati-based pianist who has made his mark in jazz over the past four decades as a recording artist, composer, and pedagogue. He has toured with The Woody Herman Orchestra and performed with Randy Brecker, Ira Sullivan, Claudio Roditi, J.J. Johnson, Harry Allen, Conrad Herwig, and many others. He has released 12 albums as a leader. As an educator, Phil retired after 27 years as a Professor of Jazz Studies at the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati. He continues to teach private students and master classes locally and worldwide and has taught with Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops for 36 years. A $15 drink/food minimum is charged per person in the party, per set, if the total for beverages purchased by the party does not meet the minimum. Important Notices: If you do not check in by 15 minutes into the start of the set, we reserve the right to resell your seats with no refund. Tickets for this performance are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, a one-time transfer to a future show of equal value will be accepted. The transfer must be requested 24 hours before the start of the performance.