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Joey Alexander: Tiny Desk Concert
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- Eclipse
- Bali
- City Lights
About
15-year-old Joey Alexander wowed audiences with a mesmerizing performance at a recent Tiny Desk concert, showcasing his phenomenal talent on the piano alongside Reuben Rogers and Kendrick Scott. Despite his young age, Alexander's mastery of the instrument and original compositions left the crowd in awe. Born in Indonesia, Alexander began playing jazz after being inspired by his father's music collection. He gained recognition at just 10 years old when Wynton Marsalis invited him to perform at a Jazz at Lincoln Center gala. His performance at Tiny Desk included tracks like "Eclipse" and "Bali" from his latest album, highlighting his vigorous and rhythmic playing style. Alexander, known for covering jazz classics by legends like Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane, has made a significant impact in the jazz world, becoming the first Indonesian musician to perform at the Grammy Awards and chart on the Billboard 200. Recognized as a wunderkind, Alexander's career is marked by numerous accolades and performances for distinguished figures like Herbie Hancock and Barack Obama, solidifying his place as a rising star in the jazz scene.