The Courtyard Series: Ethan Philion Trio

The Ethan Philion Trio is an acoustic jazz trio focused on playing swinging, joyful music. Led by bassist Ethan Philion, the group features Wes Dziedzic on Piano and Casey Nielsen on Guitar. Their repertoire features a mix of original compositions and arrangements of familiar songs that draw from the Nat King Cole trio, the Ray Brown Trio, and more. Philion's arrangements of jazz standards highlight the virtuosity and the sensitivity of each member of the ensemble.

Philion is one of the busiest bassists in Chicago's jazz scene. His debut album, Meditations on Mingus, received widespread praise from Downbeat, JAZZIZ, Jazzwise, and the project was featured as a headlining act for the 2022 Chicago Jazz Festival and the 2021 Hyde Park Jazz Festival. Philion was one of the 2022 Jazz Institute of Chicago’s New Works Fresh Voices Fellowship recipients and has won fellowships with Luminarts and Betty Carter's Jazz Ahead. He was the winner of the 2019 International Society of Bassists Jazz Competition.

C?heck them out on Instagram

Ethan Philion--Bass, Wes Dziedzic--Piano, Casey Nielsen--Guitar

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While RSVP is free, there is a suggested donation in place of a ticket price at the door so that Colvin House can pay their talented, local artists and continue supporting the performing arts. They ask that you contribute $20 or $15/person toward paying the musicians and staff for their efforts in producing these community concerts at the Colvin House.

Colvin House cannot make change so please bring the exact amount you plan on donating. While they also accept Zelle & PayPal, they do prefer cash donations. Thank you!

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They are thrilled to partner with their neighbor, Rewired Cafe, for Colvin Concerts! Using QR codes, guests will be able to order right from their seats and have food delivered.

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Helpful Info:

Colvin House cannot provide parking on-site for this event. The first 20 cars can park free at George B. Swift Elementary School, just a block west of Colvin House. Please pull up to Colvin House's driveway gate (Thorndale Ave.) first to receive a parking permit which will provide further instructions.

For $20, valet parking is also available at the Malibu Condominiums (6007 N. Sheridan Rd.) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. This parking can be validated by Colvin House for $2 off.

Colvin House recommends arriving early if you need to park.

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+ Please only RSVP if you are able to attend. This helps the staff to prepare.

+  They recommend reserving tickets as a group so that the staff can plan to seat your party together.

+  Bring-Your-Own-Refreshment! You are welcome to enjoy your own beverages and food at your table. 

+ Keep an eye on this link as well as your inbox for any announcements in the case of a postponement.