Dan Wilson organ Trio featuring Pat Bianchi, Jeff "Tain" Watts

Friday. August 22, 2025 - 8:45 pm - 10:15 pm
Main Stage

The Dan Wilson Organ Trio featuring Pat Bianchi and Jeff “Tain” Watts
Prepare for a night of reimagining of the classic Hammond B3 Organ Trio tradition at the 2025 Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY. The Dan Wilson Organ Trio—featuring acclaimed jazz guitarist Dan Wilson, organ virtuoso Pat Bianchi, and legendary drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts—brings together three award-winning artists for an unforgettable performance that honors tradition while blazing new trails in jazz.

Dan Wilson
A rising force on the jazz guitar, Dan Wilson is known for his expressive phrasing and technical mastery. Over the years, he’s performed with notable jazz luminaries such as Joey DeFrancesco, Roy Hargrove, Joshua Redman, and Kurt Elling, among others. Wilson has had the honor of sharing the stage with jazz greats including Russell Malone, Les McCann, René Marie, Jeff Hamilton, David Sanborn and Dave Stryker. Wilson earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination for Joey DeFrancesco’s Project Freedom album (Mack Avenue Records, 2017).His inventive approach and soulful tone make every performance a journey, bridging the gap between classic jazz roots and contemporary innovation.

Pat Bianchi
Recognized as one of today’s leading voices on the Hammond B3, Pat Bianchi carries forward the legacy of Joey DeFrancesco—not only through his masterful playing but also as the host of the Sirius XM Radio show "Organized," a program made popular by DeFrancesco. Pat’s dynamic organ work has seen him perform alongside icons like Joey DeFrancesco and Larry Goldings, solidifying his reputation as an ambassador for the instrument and a true innovator in modern jazz.  The Grammy-nominated organist was a longtime member of the trio led by late guitar icon Pat Martino as well as NEA Jazz Master Lou Donaldson's Quartet. Pat has also enjoyed tenured memberships in the bands of some of the most highly revered artists in jazz including; Joe Locke, Chuck Loeb and Ralph Peterson Jr. 

Jeff “Tain” Watts
A true legend behind the drum kit, Jeff “Tain” Watts has built an extraordinary career that includes significant stints with the Wynton Marsalis Quintet and collaborations with jazz greats such as Branford Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, and Sonny Rollins. In his collaborations with many, he has earned 12 Grammy nominations and is an 8-time Grammy winner.  His powerful, inventive drumming style has contributed to over 200 recordings and countless live performances, making him one of the most influential rhythm innovators in jazz today.

Together, these three extraordinary musicians form a summit of jazz excellence, delivering a performance that celebrates the rich heritage of the Hammond Organ Trio while pushing its boundaries into exciting new territories. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience live jazz at its finest featuring three Grammy nominees and Grammy winners—an event that promises to inspire and captivate audiences.