Joe Locascio

Joe LoCascio has spent a lifetime writing and performing creative music. He is an award winning composer who has written for ensembles of all sizes and is prolific in both traditional and jazz genres. As a performer he has released 18 critically acclaimed jazz recordings. He has performed and recorded with major jazz figures such as Chet Baker, Randy Brecker, Dave Liebman, Frank Rehak, Freddie Hubbard, Tim Hagans, Tony Campise, George Coleman, Pharoah Sanders, Marvin Stamm, Billy Hart,, Tim Armacoast, Ernie Watts, Arnett Cobb, Woody Witt, Ed Soph and Jon Faddis. His 1980’s recordings made extensive use of electronics, but always with acoustic piano at the center. Since the 90’s he has performed and recorded almost exclusively on piano. His style is lyrical and focused and his improvisations are clean, never sacrificing content for flash. Upcoming recordings include "A Stranger in Town," reuniting LoCascio with saxophonist David Caceres, bassist David Craig and drummer Tim Solook. The album blends acoustic jazz with electronics and features LoCascio's original music. Coming soon "In the Quiet of Autumn" highlights duet performances featuring legendary trumpet artist Marvin Stamm. Visit his website: https://joelocascio464.wixsite.com/my-site-2