Marcus Roberts Trio – From New Orleans to Harlem
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
SoundWaves
Doors Open at 6:00 pm, Dinner at 6:30 pm, Concert at 7:30 pm

Marcus Roberts, piano
Martin Jaffe, bass
Jason Marsalis, drums

Pianist Marcus Roberts, often hailed as “the genius of the modern piano,” is celebrated worldwide for his groundbreaking contributions to jazz and his unique fusion of jazz and classical traditions. His melodic and soulful improvisational style—built on musical cues, rich harmonies, and rhythmic interplay—forms the foundation of his modern approach to the jazz trio.

Performing alongside Roberts are longtime collaborator Jason Marsalis on drums and rising star Martin Jaffe on bass. Together, this powerhouse trio brings extraordinary energy, spontaneity, and artistry to the stage, creating performances that are at once deeply expressive, innovative, and uniquely their own.

Tour guide and Chef Nettie Williams, previously concierge manager at Marriott Vacations Worldwide and food and beverage manager at Hilton Head Island’s Grand Ocean Resort, has prepared entrée selections of meatloaf with garlic rosemary roasted potatoes, whole green beans, brown rice, and spring salad with gluten free dressing and gluten free Texas toast (GF); grilled salmon with roasted potatoes, steamed spinach, spring green salad with gluten free dressing and gluten free Texas toast (GF); sautéed chicken breast, sautéed kale, garlic mashed potatoes, dinner roll and spring green salad with balsamic or ranch dressing; and Basmati rice, sautéed vegetables: zucchini, broccoli florets, green and red peppers, and squash, with dinner roll and Caesar salad (V).

Seating is cabaret style at tables of 4

Reserved seating dinner/concert tickets are $89 per person (includes one complimentary drink)

General seating dinner/concert tickets are $79 per person (includes one complimentary drink)

Concert-only tickets are $49 per person

*For group sales of 12 or more, dinner/concert tickets, save $5 per dinner/concert tickets

Premium, limited availability high-top cocktail seating at tables of 2

Reserved high-top cocktail seating dinner/concert tickets are $199 per couple (includes one complimentary bottle of wine)

Doors and bar open at 6pm with dinner service at 6:30pm

The concert begins at 7:30pm: concert-only ticket purchasers will be admitted beginning at 7:15pm

Special Thanks to our SoundWaves Sponsor

More about the artists:

Marcus Roberts – Piano

Hailed as “the genius of the modern piano,” Marcus Roberts is celebrated worldwide for his groundbreaking fusion of jazz and classical music. A Jacksonville, FL native, Roberts lost his sight at age five and began teaching himself piano soon after. He studied classical piano at Florida State University under Leonidas Lipovetsky and was featured in 60 Minutes’ “The Virtuoso.” His Grammy-nominated recording Portraits in Blue (Sony Classical) reimagined Rhapsody in Blue and launched decades of acclaimed performances with orchestras around the globe. A prolific composer and recording artist, Roberts has released numerous albums through his label, J-Master Records, and leads the multigenerational ensemble Modern Jazz Generation. His recent honors include the 2024 Dorothy and David Dushkin Award and a Doris Duke Performing Arts Technology Lab grant.

Martin Jaffe – Double Bass

A rising star on the jazz scene, Martin Jaffe is known for his deep groove and lyrical sound that bridges jazz, classical, and Brazilian influences. Originally from Massachusetts, he studied at Columbia and The Juilliard School with legendary bassists Ron Carter and Ray Drummond. Named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts and winner of the International Society of Bassists’ Jazz Competition, Jaffe has performed at the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Center and appeared with Marcus Roberts, Wynton Marsalis, and Sergio Mendes. He also co-leads an innovative trio blending jazz improvisation with chamber and world music traditions.

Jason Marsalis – Drums

The youngest son of jazz legend Ellis Marsalis, Jason Marsalis has anchored the Marcus Roberts Trio for nearly 30 years. Renowned for his precision, creativity, and musical depth, Marsalis brings classical nuance and rhythmic mastery to every performance. In addition to his work with Roberts, he leads his own acclaimed vibes quartet and has released five solo albums. Marsalis has performed with symphony orchestras worldwide and continues to inspire the next generation of jazz musicians through performance and mentorship.