New Year’s Eve Jazz Prelude: An Elegant Evening with Daniel Pappas

🎉 Kick Off Your New Year’s Eve Celebration with Live Jazz! 🎶
Join us at The Mad Monkfish for an elegant evening of live music, great food, and festive vibes.

✨ Pre-Show Event: Free with RSVP
📅 Date: New Year’s Eve
🕒 Time: 7 pm. Seating begins at 6:30 pm
🎹 Featuring: Daniel Pappas
📍 Location: The Jazz Baroness Room at The Mad Monkfish

Get into the NYE spirit with a warm-up set by a skilled jazz pianist, creating the perfect ambiance for your dinner and drinks. Seating is limited—reserve your spot now!

🎟️ How to RSVP: Reserve through Eventbrite.

Stay for the Main Event featuring the world-renowned Yoko Miwa Trio (Tickets $50)—a show not to be missed!

Personnel:

Dan Pappas, piano
John Sullivan, acoustic bass

NOTE:

Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere of the Jazz Baroness Room at The Mad Monkfish, where you can sip your favorite drink, savor sushi or Thai cuisine, and enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of a remarkable jazz ensemble. Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or simply seeking a delightful night out, this event promises to be a treat for your senses. To keep this vibrant jazz scene alive, we kindly ask for a minimum spend of $25 per person, as this is a free event and the house is still obligated to compensate the musicians. Our full bar and food menus are available to complement the musical experience, so indulge in our renowned cuisine while supporting live jazz at The Mad Monkfish. Together, we can keep the music playing!

BIO:

Daniel Pappas - Pianist and Composer

Daniel Pappas is a Massachusetts-based pianist and composer celebrated for his versatility and artistry in jazz and contemporary music. A graduate of Westfield State University, Daniel has built a multifaceted career that spans live performance, studio work, and music education.

Currently, he serves as the pianist for Jerry Bergonzi's Quartet, performing weekly at their residency at The Lilypad in Cambridge, MA. His playing, deeply influenced by jazz greats such as Mulgrew Miller, Kenny Kirkland, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, combines technical brilliance with soulful expressiveness.

In addition to his work with Bergonzi, Daniel has recorded piano tracks for television's The Masked Singer, showcasing his adaptability across genres. His professional journey includes performing on cruise ships, where he honed his skills in diverse musical settings.

Daniel is also active in music education, accompanying students at the Longy School of Music and serving as a substitute teacher at the New England Conservatory. His dedication to teaching reflects his passion for fostering the next generation of musicians.

With a career that seamlessly blends performance, recording, and education, Daniel Pappas continues to leave his mark on the jazz and broader musical landscapes.

Host or Publisher Jamme K. Chantler