Dinner or two-drink minimum required in addition to the tickets, plus a $0.49 music royalty fee per patron. Doors open for dinner 1 1/2 hour before the first show and 1/2 hour before the second show if there is a second show. Except for Private Events. Ticket sales are final. Catalina's Management
Adam Ledbetter: A versatile pianist known for his expressive touch, strong sense of groove, and deep roots in jazz tradition. His playing blends lyrical phrasing with rhythmic sophistication, allowing him to move comfortably between straight-ahead swing, contemporary jazz textures, and more groove-oriented styles.Ledbetters performances often highlight dynamic interplay with other musicians, showcasing both tasteful accompaniment and thoughtful improvisation. Whether in an intimate trio setting or a larger ensemble, he brings clarity, musical sensitivity, and a refined harmonic sense to the bandstand.American Jazz Piano Masters trace a powerful evolution of sound, culture, and innovationfrom the stride brilliance of Fats Waller to the genre-defying explorations of Herbie Hancock.Waller embodied the Harlem stride tradition: rhythmic drive in the left hand, playful virtuosity in the right, and an infectious sense of swing that helped define early jazz piano. From there, the language expanded through swing and bebop innovators like Art Tatum, whose harmonic genius and technical mastery set new standards, and Bud Powell, who translated Charlie Parkers bebop vocabulary directly onto the keyboard.The modern era brought further transformation with artists such as Thelonious Monk, whose angular melodies and daring harmonies reshaped jazz composition, and Bill Evans, who introduced impressionistic harmony and conversational trio interplay.Herbie Hancock represents the bridge between tradition and innovationrooted in acoustic jazz, yet pioneering electric fusion, funk, and beyond. His work demonstrates how jazz piano remains both deeply historical and forward-thinking.From stride to swing, bebop to modal, and acoustic to electric, American jazz piano masters have continually redefined the instrumentturning 88 keys into a voice of freedom, complexity, and boundless creativity.Catalina Jazz Club6725 West Sunset Blvd.Hollywood, CA 90028*Tickets purchased online receive priority seating.*Single Entree or Drink minimums apply for all tickets
- Located at venue entrance
- Valid photo ID required for ticket pickup
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime
- Tickets can be held under reservation name
- Limited street parking available
- Nearby public parking lots
- Valet parking might be offered for select events
- Recommend arriving early to secure parking
- ADA compliant venue
- Wheelchair accessible seating areas
- Notify venue in advance for specific accommodations
- Companion seats available for disabled guests
- Must be 21+ for most shows
- Valid government-issued ID required
- No outside food or drinks
- Quiet conversation during performances
- No recording or photography during shows
- Generally 21+ venue
- Occasional all-ages events may be scheduled
- Check specific event age restrictions
- Minors strictly prohibited during late-night performances
