Ellen Pieroni and her band, Ellen Pieroni & the Encyclopedia of Soul (EoS), are hitting the road for a spring tour, with performances in Rochester, Buffalo, Ithaca, and Syracuse from April 12 through early May.
Known for her smooth, expressive playing, saxophonist Ellen Pieroni has earned a reputation in the Buffalo music scene as both a soloist and a collaborator in bands like Folkfaces and Buffalo Afrobeat Orchestra. Whether leading EoS or lending her talents to other projects, she brings an irresistible energy to every stage she graces.
Featuring Adam Bronstein on guitar, Jacob Nicholson on keys, Dominic Missana on bass, and Isaiah Getherson drums, EoS blends classic and contemporary jazz influences, creating powerful performances and infectious grooves. Their albums, The Encyclopedia of Soul, Vol. I (2023) and Soul Vacation (2024), showcase their signature sound.
Fans can catch the band at the following tour stops:
April 12 – Abilene (Rochester, NY)
April 13 – Sportsmens Tavern (Buffalo, NY)
April 14 – The Downstairs (Ithaca, NY)
April 15 – 443 Social Club (Syracuse, NY)
April 16 – Ginger Rabbit (Columbus, OH)
April 17 – Big Rail Brewing (Grove City, PA)
April 18 – BLU Jazz+ (Akron, OH)
April 19 – Con Alma (Pittsburgh, PA)
April 26 – Treelawn Social Club (Cleveland, OH)
April 27 – Jack Rabbit (Buffalo, NY) – Soul Brunch
May 2 – Three Heads Brewing (Rochester, NY)
Ellen Pieroni & the Encyclopedia of Soul has been making waves nationally. They earned a feature on NPR’s All Things Considered as a standout in the 2024 Tiny Desk Contest. Host Felix Contreras praised Pieroni’s sound, comparing her to jazz legends and declaring that “soul jazz is alive and well with…Ellen Pieroni & the Encyclopedia of Soul.”
With a mix of high-energy beats and rich melodies, EoS promises an unforgettable live experience. For tickets and more information, visit Ellen Pieroni’s Linktree.
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