About the Premiere Series

The future of music takes center stage at The Jazz Kitchen during the 2027 American Piano Awards Premiere Series. In this intimate setting, each of the five finalists will perform two sets with acclaimed Indianapolis artists Kenny Phelps on drums and Jeremy Allen on bass. As the competition’s first adjudicated performances, these concerts will be evaluated by an internationally respected jury, making every note an important step toward American Piano Awards Finals.

About 2027 Finalist Caelan Cardello

Pianist and composer Caelan Cardello is a 2023 American Piano Awards laureate, and he has performed with artists including Christian McBride, Jimmy Cobb, and Bill Charlap. Caelan has appeared at venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Newport Jazz Festival. He is a recipient of the BMI Future Jazz Master Award and holds degrees from William Paterson University and The Juilliard School.

You must be age 21+ to attend events at The Jazz Kitchen