The following description comes from the event organizer.

The series entitled “Some of my best friends are…pianists'' is hosted by the Brent Follis Trio and each week highlights the drummer’s close musical friendships with local piano legends including the Grammy-nominated Randy Porter, 40-year veteran of Diana Ross’ band, George Mitchell, local smooth jazz icon and prolific recording artist Tom Grant, and NYC transplant and leading pianist/composer on the Portland jazz scene, Kerry Politzer.
Tom Grant appreciates Follis’ “total commitment to the vibe of the moment,” adding that he is “masterful in any groove –– jazz to Latin, and beyond”. Tom Grant, master instrumentalist, talented singer and natural entertainer nimbly walks the line between jazz tradition and modern pop. This soft-spoken Oregon native’s inspired songwriting produces propulsive R&B grooves, infectious melodic hooks, and stylish ballads with equal ease. He plays jazz piano with the harmonic sophistication and deep sense of swing that only comes from more than four decades on the bandstand. As one of the Pacific Northwest’s most renowned musical artists, Tom Grant’s career achievements reflect his unique ability to embrace the full spectrum of contemporary music. More about Tom at www.tomgrant.com.
Master drummer, producer and songwriter, Brent Follis, is a first-call performer and session drummer. Versatile across all styles, Follis’ dedication to his craft has earned him admiration from the best musicians in the Pacific Northwest. His supportive yet understated style makes him the perfect accompanist whose mission is to elevate the music rather than to steal the spotlight for himself. 
Vino Veritas has been named Portland’s Best Wine Bar by Willamette Week for several years running. Down-to-earth sommeliers, Trevor Gorham and Manuel Mederle, welcome everyone, regardless of their wine-tasting knowledge. The bar serves light fare to accompany a wide selection of local and global vintages available in glass pours or bottles off the shelf. 
We encourage reservations. To reserve a table, you may email trevor@vinoveritaspdx.com or by phone 503.208.2583