SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM & 9:30PM. James Austin Jr is an accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader who hails from Chicago, IL.  He has honed his craft under the tutelage of a number of legendary
jazz musicians including extensive study with Barry Harris, who is widely regarded
as one of the greatest jazz educators of all time. James’ musical achievements
include being honored as a featured performer and semifinalist in the prestigious
Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition.

Songs in the Key of Wonder, James’ debut album, showcases his tasteful
instrumental arrangements of a selection of classic compositions from the
songbook of the great Stevie Wonder. James also leads the Barry Harris Institute
of Jazz and has formed “Luminescence” an ensemble of young jazz lions
assembled to celebrate his teacher’s musical legacy.