George Cables
Piano Master
Experience the lyrical genius and rhythmic drive of George Cables, a jazz piano virtuoso who has shaped the sound of post-bop for decades. His sophisticated harmonies and fluid improvisation create an engaging and timeless musical journey.
About
George Cables is a highly respected jazz pianist and composer with a career spanning over five decades. Known for his versatility and lyrical approach, he has performed with many of jazz's most iconic figures as both a leader and a sideman. His contributions to hard bop and post-bop piano are significant.
Music Style
Cables's musical style is characterized by a strong foundation in hard bop, infused with post-bop's harmonic sophistication and rhythmic inventiveness. He combines a powerful, articulate touch with a deep sense of lyricism and melodic invention.
Background
- Hometown
- New York City, New York, USA
- Education
- Mannes College of Music
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- 1960s-present
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If you like McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Cedar Walton — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
The Cookers
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
Past Events
Bruce Forman & George Cables
Mezzrow
piano
Bruce Forman & George Cables
Mezzrow
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival IV: Steve Turre plus the Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival III: Eddie Henderson plus the Vincent Herring Quintet feat. George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano • Headliner
Countdown 2026 Coltrane Festival III: Eddie Henderson plus the Vincent Herring Quintet feat. George Cables
Smoke Jazz Club
piano • Headliner
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