Adam Ledbetter Trio

Adam L. As Himself presents an evening of original music rooted in jazz, shaped by hip-hop, lifted by the Black church tradition, and woven together through storytelling. Featuring Chris Lowery (trumpet), John Davis (drums), and special guest Nell Ledbetter.

Many people know Adam Ledbetter as a gifted musician, but there’s more to his story.

Adam is a Los Angeles–based pianist, composer, rapper, and musical director whose musical foundation was shaped early in the Black church and refined through years of professional work across jazz, gospel, and hip-hop spaces. He is also a full-time elementary music teacher, balancing classroom instruction with an active career as a freelance pianist and lyricist.

Alongside his wife, Adam is one half of the band Adam & Kizzie, with whom he released three albums and toured internationally. Together, they gained national recognition as Top 3 finalists on Megastar, where they were mentored by Usher.

Adam is a two-time Evelyn LaRue Pittman Award recipient for his work in music composition and is widely regarded as a top-call pianist in the Los Angeles music community. His career includes collaborations with Jason Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis, Albert “Tootie” Heath, DK The Drummer, and many more.

In addition to his work as a pianist and musical director—having served the likes of The DC6 Singers and DIVAS Simply Singing, founded by Sheryl Lee Ralph—Adam is also the creator of the rap series Daily 8 and Barz & Boardz, platforms that spotlight his lyrical voice and ongoing commitment to craft, discipline, and creative consistency.

Across every setting, Adam’s work reflects a deep respect for musicianship, collaboration, and musical integrity—bringing clarity, feel, and intention to everything he does.

You can buy tickets for this private event!

A part of the proceeds goes to a favorite charity!

Where is parking located?

Parking is located under the building, accessible from west of the building off of 1st St. between Bunker Hill Towers and the mini-shopping center AU LAC is in.

Once you’ve turned into the large driveway, turn left into the garage “Guest Parking and Residence Parking of The Promendade”. $12 CASH ONLY.

Additional parking is located directly across Hope St. at Disney Hall - 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012. $10.

There is limited street parking in front of Au Lac, Disney Hall and The Music Center.

www.birdsofafeatherjazzlounge.com

Birds of a FeatherJazz Lounge is an intimate 40- seat 1920’s style performance space tucked away in Downtown Los Angeles. Known for its Private Events, we’re hosting a diverse lineup of top-tier live jazz.

The club is nestled within the awarding-winning 5 star Vietnamese vegan restaurant AU LAC. The address is 710 W. 1st St., downtown near Disney Hall.

Offering everything from straight-ahead and BeBop to Latin, experimental, R&B, electronic and global jazz, as well as spoken word, Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge often mixes both old-school legends and the next generation of LA’s finest musicians. It’s a spot that aims to capture a classic, unique jazz lounge vibe.

Performances at Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge benefit selected charity and non-profit organizations.

Pick up your tickets in the jazz venue. The Venue is inside the Vietnamese award-winning restaurant AU LAC. 710 W. 1st St, downtown L.A. 90012

Au Lac’s full menu is available inside the club. There is no minimum, but we would appreciate your purchases!

Au Lac is a non-alcoholic restaurant. We serve nice mock-tails in the venue. And the good news is that all ages can attend or perform there! If you're wanting alcohol before or after the event, The Conrad is a lovely bar just across the front of Disney hall, just a block away.