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Documented collaborators

The Marcus Roberts Trio blends ragtime, stride, and traditional jazz with inventive trio improvisation, delivering a refined yet adventurous listening experience. Led by award-winning pianist Marcus Roberts, the trio also features Jason Marsalis on drums and long-time member Rodney Jordan on bass. Jordan joined the group in 2009, solidifying a dynamic, equal-role ensemble renowned for its communal chemistry and virtuosic solos. Based on a foundation of classic jazz language and fearless experimentation, the trio continues to push boundaries while honoring the tradition.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Whether you’re new to jazz or a longtime aficionado, the Marcus Roberts Trio offers a captivating live experience that showcases technical mastery, thoughtful interpretation, and a deep connection to the jazz canon. Secure your seats for upcoming tours and appearances, and enjoy the artistry that has earned critical acclaim and a dedicated following.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Marcus Roberts’ career is marked by historic achievements and celebrated collaborations. He won Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition in 1987, a landmark moment that helped launch a prolific career as a performer and recording artist. His honors include the Helen Keller Award for Personal Achievement (1998) and prominent media profiles, including a feature on 60 Minutes highlighting his virtuosity.

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The trio has released notable recordings such as Across the Imaginary Divide with Béla Fleck (Rounder, 2012) and Trio Crescent: Celebrating Coltrane (J-Master, 2017). These projects exemplify the ensemble’s ability to bridge traditional forms with modern sensibilities, creating a sound that’s both accessible and intellectually engaging.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Upcoming 2025 engagements include performances in Hilton Head from November 9–11 with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, followed by SoundWaves performances on November 11, 2025. For the latest updates, tours, and new releases, visit the official site at marcusroberts.com.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Marcus Roberts Trio

  • Current/longtime trio lineup: Marcus Roberts (piano), Jason Marsalis (drums), Rodney Jordan (bass); Jordan joined the trio in 2009.
  • Musical style combines ragtime, stride, and traditional jazz with inventive, equal-role trio improvisation.
  • Major early accolade: Marcus Roberts won Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition in 1987.
  • Other notable honors include the Helen Keller Award for Personal Achievement (1998) and a high-profile 60 Minutes profile as a jazz virtuoso.
  • Notable collaborations/discography: Across the Imaginary Divide (with Béla Fleck, Rounder, 2012) and Trio Crescent: Celebrating Coltrane (J-Master, 2017).
  • 2025 tour activity includes Marcus Roberts Trio engagements in Hilton Head (Nov 9–11, 2025) with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and SoundWaves performances (Nov 11, 2025).

The records

Marcus Roberts Trio Discography

  • Trio Crescent: Celebrating Coltrane
    2017 · J-Master
  • The Race for the White House (EP)
    2016 · J-Master
  • Romance, Swing, and the Blues
    2014 · J-Master
  • Together Again: Live in Concert with Wynton Marsalis
    2013 · J-Master
  • Together Again: In the Studio with Wynton Marsalis
    2013 · J-Master
  • From Rags to Rhythm
    2013 · J-Master
  • Deep in the Shed: A Blues Suite
    2012 · J-Master
  • Across the Imaginary Divide
    2012 · Rounder (with Béla Fleck)
  • New Orleans Meets Harlem, Volume 1
    2009 · J-Master
  • Celebrating Christmas
    2011 · J-Master
  • Gershwin: Piano Concerto in F
    2006 · Philips Classics
  • A Gershwin Night with Seiji Ozawa and Berlin Philharmonic [DVD]
    2004 · EuroArts Music International
  • Cole After Midnight
    2001 · Columbia/Sony
  • In Honor of Duke
    1999 · Columbia
  • The Joy of Joplin
    1998 · Sony
  • Blues for the New Millennium
    1997 · Columbia
  • Time and Circumstance
    1996 · Columbia/Sony
  • Portraits in Blue
    1995 · Columbia/Sony
  • Gershwin for Lovers
    1994 · Columbia
  • If I Could Be with You
    1993 · Novus

Marcus Roberts’ career is marked by historic achievements and celebrated collaborations. He won Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition in 1987, a landmark moment that helped launch a prolific career as a performer and recording artist. His honors include the Helen Keller Award for Personal Achievement (1998) and prominent media profiles, including a feature on 60 Minutes highlighting his virtuosity.

The trio has released notable recordings such as Across the Imaginary Divide with Béla Fleck (Rounder, 2012) and Trio Crescent: Celebrating Coltrane (J-Master, 2017). These projects exemplify the ensemble’s ability to bridge traditional forms with modern sensibilities, creating a sound that’s both accessible and intellectually engaging.

Upcoming 2025 engagements include performances in Hilton Head from November 9–11 with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, followed by SoundWaves performances on November 11, 2025. For the latest updates, tours, and new releases, visit the official site at marcusroberts.com.

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