Jazz piano trio: Giuseppe De Gregorio aka Joe De Gregorio is an Italian-born jazz pianist, vocalist, and composer whose work bridges tradition, blues heritage, and contemporary jazz expression. Leading his American Trio, he develops projects deeply rooted in the jazz canon. Moreover, he shapes them through his international artistic career.
In 2024, Joe De Gregorio’s American Trio performed at the Detroit Jazz Festival (Video here). Notably, it is one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in the United States.
In 2025, however, De Gregorio marked two major milestones in his recording career.
For Blues’ Sake – A Jazz Piano Trio Tribute
Joe De Gregorio recorded For Blues’ Sake, a double concept album, at the iconic Van Gelder Studio. The project features special guests Ron Carter on bass and Peter Erskine on drums, two of the most influential figures in jazz history.
With this project, Joe De Gregorio pays tribute to the blues as the foundation of jazz language.:
- Volume I presents original jazz études exploring 13 variations on the blues form, reflecting both artistic and educational depth.
- Volume II offers a selection of jazz standards rooted in the blues tradition.
Crossover – Jazz Piano Trio Project
The album features multi-Grammy Award-winning drummer Peter Erskine and bassist-composer Ike Sturm.
In addition, it includes one of the finest Los Angeles–based string quartets, conducted by film composer Daniele Truocchio (Forbes Under 30).
Together, they help Joe De Gregorio stretch musical boundaries. “Crossover” showcases a repertoire of original compositions and rearranged standards including a famous Pop evergreen, reinventing the language of contemporary Jazz through the cohesive power of melody, blending the finest acoustic Jazz sensitivity with a variety of different beats, styles and musical influences such as Funk, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian and Classical music. Jazz piano trio.
American Trio Collaborations – Jazz Piano Trio
Joe De Gregorio has collaborated with leading jazz artists including Ari Hoenig, Jonathan Blake, Greg Hutchinson, Joel Frahm, Ike Sturm, Ethan Philion and Kyle Swan among others. His performances with the American Trio are designed for jazz festivals, historic jazz clubs, and curated concert series, combining swing, lyricism, and strong rhythmic interplay.
Joe De Gregorio holds an O-1 Artist Visa valid through August 2028, allowing him to perform regularly in the United States.
Watch Live & Studio sessions (links below)
Joe De Gregorio feat. Swan- Philion – “Footprints” (Live)
Joe De Gregorio feat. Swan-Philion – “Caravan” (Live)
“For Blues Sake” – Studio Session
“Crossover” – Studio Session
High resolution Pictures – For Blues Sake
High resolution Pictures – Crossover
Booking email: contact@joedegregorio.com
Joe De Gregorio continues to innovate as a jazz piano trio leader, performing internationally and blending global influences with jazz tradition.