LIVE PERFORMANCE •  THE LITTLE CAFE

Listed in the 2026 DownBeat magazine critics poll for “Rising Star” pianist of the year, pianist-composer-vocalist Deanna Witkowski makes her debut as a new Rochester resident in her first local performance since the 2023 Rochester International Jazz Festival. Known for her adventurous, engaging music that heals the soul, Witkowski performs a mix of Brazilian, jazz, and classical ranging from Chopin to Cole Porter with her trio:

Deanna Witkowski – piano, vocals

Erin Famous – bass

Rich Thompson – drums

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