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American Piano Awards' Isaiah J. Thompson: Jazz Piano
Dec 9, 2025
Tuesday, 7:30 pm (Reception 6:30-7:15 pm)
The Kosciuszko Foundation: 15 E 65th St, NYC
Pianist and composer Isaiah J. Thompson is originally from West Orange, New Jersey. He began studying with pianists Alla Epelbaum at the Calderone School of Music and Bob Mikula from an early age, and soon after enrolled in Jazz House Kids and NJPAC Jazz for Teens. He was later admitted to the Juilliard School, where he earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music, and went on to further his education in Theology and the Arts at Fuller Theological Seminary.
Isaiah joined the John Pizzarelli Trio in 2019 and has performed with major artists such as Christian McBride, Steve Turre, Catherine Russell, and Buster Williams. His recording debut was featured on Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Handful of Keys album with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, and he has since released multiple recordings as a leader.
Thompson contributed to the Golden Globe–nominated soundtrack for the film Motherless Brooklyn, was named a Steinway Artist, and has received numerous accolades, including the 2018 Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award and second place in the 2018 Thelonious Monk Competition. In 2023, he was named the winner of the American Pianists Awards and the Cole Porter Fellowship in Jazz, and in 2024, he joined the Jazz Studies faculty at The Juilliard School.
As a jazz musician and performer, Isaiah aims to emit love, spirit, and respect, conveying his personal experiences and passion for the music through his artistry.
The reception will include light refreshments, wine, a themed signature cocktail, and tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
More about American Piano Awards
🎟️ Tickets & Memberships
The 2025-2026 Bohemians season features six concerts at the intimate Kosciuszko Foundation. Every event includes a pre- and post-concert reception with small bites, wine, and a curated themed cocktail, along with complimentary tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
Concert Tickets
Each event includes a pre- and post-concert reception with small bites, wine, and a themed cocktail, along with complimentary tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
General Admission: $35 ($40 at the door)
Premium Admission: $50 (unobstructed view & subject to availability $60 at the door)
Student Admission:$15 ($20 at the door)
Membership Options
Members enjoy complimentary admission to all six concerts, receptions plus access to The Boho Beat podcast, video archives portal, and historical documents from The Bohemians’ 119-year history.
Resident Membership: $180 (concert tickets $0)
Premium Membership: $275 (unobstructed view reserved seating tickets $0)
Online Membership: $60 (includes one in-person concert ticket at $0)
Members enjoy complimentary admission to all six concerts, plus access to The Boho Beat podcast, a video archive portal, and historical documents from The Bohemians’ 119-year history.
Dec 9, 2025
Tuesday, 7:30 pm (Reception 6:30-7:15 pm)
The Kosciuszko Foundation: 15 E 65th St, NYC
Pianist and composer Isaiah J. Thompson is originally from West Orange, New Jersey. He began studying with pianists Alla Epelbaum at the Calderone School of Music and Bob Mikula from an early age, and soon after enrolled in Jazz House Kids and NJPAC Jazz for Teens. He was later admitted to the Juilliard School, where he earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music, and went on to further his education in Theology and the Arts at Fuller Theological Seminary.
Isaiah joined the John Pizzarelli Trio in 2019 and has performed with major artists such as Christian McBride, Steve Turre, Catherine Russell, and Buster Williams. His recording debut was featured on Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Handful of Keys album with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, and he has since released multiple recordings as a leader.
Thompson contributed to the Golden Globe–nominated soundtrack for the film Motherless Brooklyn, was named a Steinway Artist, and has received numerous accolades, including the 2018 Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award and second place in the 2018 Thelonious Monk Competition. In 2023, he was named the winner of the American Pianists Awards and the Cole Porter Fellowship in Jazz, and in 2024, he joined the Jazz Studies faculty at The Juilliard School.
As a jazz musician and performer, Isaiah aims to emit love, spirit, and respect, conveying his personal experiences and passion for the music through his artistry.
The reception will include light refreshments, wine, a themed signature cocktail, and tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
More about American Piano Awards
🎟️ Tickets & Memberships
The 2025-2026 Bohemians season features six concerts at the intimate Kosciuszko Foundation. Every event includes a pre- and post-concert reception with small bites, wine, and a curated themed cocktail, along with complimentary tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
Concert Tickets
Each event includes a pre- and post-concert reception with small bites, wine, and a themed cocktail, along with complimentary tarot readings by Magic Mama Tarot.
General Admission: $35 ($40 at the door)
Premium Admission: $50 (unobstructed view & subject to availability $60 at the door)
Student Admission:$15 ($20 at the door)
Membership Options
Members enjoy complimentary admission to all six concerts, receptions plus access to The Boho Beat podcast, video archives portal, and historical documents from The Bohemians’ 119-year history.
Resident Membership: $180 (concert tickets $0)
Premium Membership: $275 (unobstructed view reserved seating tickets $0)
Online Membership: $60 (includes one in-person concert ticket at $0)
Members enjoy complimentary admission to all six concerts, plus access to The Boho Beat podcast, a video archive portal, and historical documents from The Bohemians’ 119-year history.
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