Deftly fusing modern jazz, bebop, and blues to soul, second-line brass, and funk, Chicago-born New Orleans trumpeter Mario Abney leads his band with an enlivening spirit and fresh presence that communicate the many complex connections within his highly developed musical identity.

He weaves a diversely jubilant jazz sound from his strong foundation of musicianship, abundant energy, and passionate creativity. 

“I was very impressed with Mario’s ability to not only play the trumpet but entertain the people,” said concert co-promoter Doc Jones from the International Jazz Day AZ Foundation.

Abney's talent is not entirely bound to the trumpet.

He moves from drums to keys to vocals with an agility that reveals his vast musicianship, style, and rhythm, Jones said.