Danny Fox-Piano
Chris van Voorst van Beest- Bass
Max Goldman-Drums

The Danny Fox Trio is led by pianist/composer Danny Fox and features bassist Chris Van Voorst Van Beest and drummer Max Goldman. In focusing mainly on original compositions drawing on a diverse set of influences, the band has forged a strong musical identity that continues to evolve. In addition to original music, the trio performs an eclectic mix of music ranging from lesser known jazz tunes to Brazilian songs and covers of pop songs. The group has performed around the New York City area at such venues as Smalls Jazz Club, the 92nd Street Y, and Rockwood Music Hall, as well as around the Northeast, and is in the process of recording its debut album due to be released in spring 2009.

Danny Fox- Piano

Pianist/composer Danny Fox was born in New York City where he became immersed in the jazz scene from an early age. In high school, Danny was selected as a Presidential Scholar in the Arts, an award given to students who excel in both academics and the arts, and performed at a ceremony for President Clinton. Danny received his B.A in Psychology cum laude from Harvard University, where he was awarded the John McCord Prize for excellence in the arts. While in school, he performed around New England and produced two CD’s of original music. After graduating, Danny returned to New York to pursue music full time. He has studied with concert pianist John Kamitsuka as well as jazz pianists Fred Hersch, Ethan Iverson, and Garry Dial. He was also chosen to participate in Betty Carter's Jazz Ahead program for young composers in Washington, D.C. in 2003. Danny continued to write music and soon formed his own band, The Danny Fox Quintet, which performed around the city and toured the Northeast. He has worked as the pianist for the Big Apple Circus, a national touring circus, and the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra with which he has played various festivals, concerts, and cruises. Danny has performed as a leader as well as a sideman at venues such as Smalls Jazz Club, the 55 Bar, The Knitting Factory, and Cleopatra's Needle. He is currently composing new music for his new piano trio as well as preparing for an upcoming classical recital featuring works by Bach, Beethoven, Scriabin, and Debussy. He is also the accompanist for the NYC-based Catherine Gallant Dance Company.