Kevin Fort Trio: The Music of George Gershwin · Evanston · Sep 1, 2026

The Kevin Fort Trio presents an evening celebrating the music of the great American composer, George Gershwin.Praised by All About Jazz as being one of the finest working piano trios in the business, and by Chicago Jazz Magazine for their thrilling virtuosity and agile, vibrant improvisations, The Kevin Fort Trio is a swinging, Chicago-based jazz trio led by pianist Kevin Fort. Rooted deeply in the bebop tradition, the trios modern sensibilities breathe new life into both classic and original compositions.Their discography includes three albums: Red Gold, Perspectives, and Twilight. Each captures the trios classic yet innovative approach to jazz. The Kevin Fort Trio blends intricate arrangements of jazz standards with vibrant original pieces, showcasing their exceptional musicianship and cohesive ensemble play. Their recordings, which have garnered over 3 million streams worldwide and been featured on 22 Spotify editorial playlists, highlight their broad appeal and contemporary relevance. With their fourth album, Everything I Love, released in 2025, the trio continues to push the boundaries of straight ahead jazz. Band Personnel:Kevin Fort - pianoJoe Policastro - bassJon Deitemyer - drums