13-Year-Old Jazz Prodigy Joey Alexander to Make Houston Premiere Presented by Society for the Performing Arts

With appearances on the Grammy Awards, "60 Minutes," and performances at several famed jazz festivals all around the world, Joey Alexander will make his Houston debut on Friday, February 17th in the Cullen Theater at the Wortham Theater Center, presented by Society for the Performing Arts.

After first encountering the piano at the age of six, Joey Alexander was quickly playing jazz standards from his father's record collection by ear. Born on the island of Bali, Joey was "discovered" by Wynton Marsalis in 2014 in Jakarta, who then flew him to New York City to participate in his all-star Jazz at Lincoln Center Gala.

Joey Alexander has received widespread acclaim in just a few short years, including performing on "60 Minutes," the Jazz Foundation of America at the Apollo, and the 2016 Grammy Awards, where he made history as one of the youngest nominees and performers ever.

With two stellar musicians by his side, Joey Alexander offers up fresh, youthful takes on jazz standards in his distinctive style, proving himself a true professional far beyond his 13 years.

This performance is sponsored by Reliant, United Airlines, HEB, Phillips 66, and CB&I, and is presented by Society for the Performing Arts.

Tickets are $43-78 and can be purchased online at www.spahouston.org, by phone at 713-227-4772 or at the courtyard level ticket office at Jones Hall located at 615 Louisiana St. Hours of operation: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. For groups of 15 or more call 713-632-8113. Prices are subject to change.