James Weidman

Pianist / Composer / Educator

"...Mr. Weidman decorates a song like many decorate the favorite room in their house - one carefully chosen piece at a time"

-Nate Chinen, New York Times

Bio

A valued pianist, James has been a sideman and accompanist in many settings over the past 30+ years, from Abbey Lincoln, Cassandra Wilson, Steve Coleman to Kevin Mahogany and the Grammy nominated Joe Lovano Us Five.  In addition, James has also proven to be an increasingly significant bandleader and composer/arranger. His recording on Inner Circle Music “Spiritual Impressions” featuring Ruth Naomi Floyd has garnered critical acclaim. It was selected by Cadence Magazine as one of the top ten albums of 2018. His 2023 piano trio release, “Sonic Realities,” features bassist Harvie S and drummer Alvester Garnett performing original compositions and works by Charlie Parker, Kurt Weill and Hale Smith.

Pianist James Weidman is indisputably an essential addition to whatever bandstand he graces. A partial list of Weidman’s affiliations is staggering in depth & breadth: Max Roach, Woody Herman, Archie Shepp, James Moody, Greg Osby, Bobby Hutcherson, Slide Hampton, Jay Hoggard, Marvin “Smitty” Smith, Gloria Lynne, Dakota Staton, MBase Collective, Cassandra Wilson, TK Blue (co-leader of TaJa), Abbey Lincoln, Ruth Naomi Floyd (Producer), Kevin Mahogany (Music Director), Joe Lovano, Marty Ehrlich and Ray Anderson.

News

Happy 2025, everyone!

A few weeks ago, I met with PJ Ewing for his very eclectic “Lester the NightFly” podcast. It was right before my trio gig at Klavierhaus. First here is a short clip from that gig with us three musicians, Harvie…

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December 2024

I am very  happy to announce that  I will be appearing December 17 in a special holiday performance at the Klavierhaus in New York City. Joining me will be the amazing Harvie S and the dynamic Steve Johns on drums.…

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Upcoming Shows

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