MY STORY

MY STORY by Joe De Gregorio: Uncover the inspiring journey of Joe De Gregorio, his music, passion, and creative endeavors. What drives him? Find out through his personal insights!

MY STORY by Joe De Gregorio
MY STORY by Joe De Gregorio

MY STORY by Joe De Gregorio: Journey Through Music and Passion

Giuseppe “Joe” De Gregorio is a visionary and versatile jazz pianist, improviser, composer, bandleader, sideman, vocalist, educator, and agent for social change. Born in Rome, Joe has been an active performing artist on the international jazz scene for over 15 years. Throughout his career, he has performed extensively across Europe, Northern Africa, and the U.S. (New York), weaving a unique journey that connects three continents crucial to jazz history. As both a sideman and bandleader of various ensembles, including his own trio, Joe has graced renowned festivals and jazz clubs in Spain, France, Sweden, Italy, Monte Carlo, Morocco, and the USA (New York).

Joe has collaborated with numerous distinguished European, American, and African artists, including Francesco Puglisi, Mauro and Carlo Battisti, Tony Arco, Dré Pallemaerts, Yoni Zelnik, David Brown, and Majid Bekkas.

MY STORY: Career Highlights of Joe De Gregorio

  • First Prize at the Luca Flores Jazz Piano Competition (2009, Florence, Italy)

  • First Prize at the Montecarlo International Jazz Soloist Competition (2015, Monaco)

  • Awarded three International Scholarships:

  • Academy of Music and Drama, Gothenburg, Sweden (2008)

  • The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, NYC, USA (2016)

  • Berklee College of Music, Boston, USA (2016)

  • Selected by Reggie Workman for the Coltrane Ensemble at The New School, NYC

  • Active on the New York jazz scene since 2016, leading his ensemble The NYC Gospel Jazz Syndicate during a six-month residency at Bonafide Jazz Club, Manhattan, NYC, owned by renowned Cameroonian bassist Richard Bona

Recordings and Projects

As Leader

  • Giuseppe De Gregorio Trio
    Joe’s trio, founded in 2006, has performed worldwide, and their first album, Pictures of Life, features Joe’s original compositions and jazz standards.
    Listen on ReverbNation

  • Giuseppe De Gregorio Piano Solo
    Joe’s second album, In His Presence, recorded in Paris, showcases his own compositions and free improvisations.
    Available on CDBaby

  • Ner Tamid Quintet (Paris, France)
    Joe performs with top Parisian musicians in this project, predominantly active in the Paris region.
    Watch on YouTube

  • Paris Gospel Jam (Paris, France)
    Founded in 2012, Joe’s collective performed a two-year residency at 38 Riv’ Jazz Club and Sunside Jazz Club.
    Watch on YouTube

  • The NYC Gospel Jazz Syndicate (New York, USA)
    Joe’s collective, founded in 2016, performed a six-month residency at Bonafide Jazz Club, Manhattan, NYC.
    Watch on YouTube

As Co-Leader

  • Tema (Paris, France)
    A duo project with French guitarist Jean Chaumon, featuring their album First Step.
    Listen on Bandcamp

  • Claudia Ramos & Giuseppe De Gregorio Duo (Monterey, Mexico)
    A collaboration with Mexican singer Claudia Ramos, recording Intencional.
    Available on iTunes

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