During the social distancing days of 2020, saxophonist Julieta Eugenio started workshopping original compositions with bassist Matt Dwonszyk and drummer Jonathan Barber. Since coming to New York from Buenos Aires to study at Queens College in 2013, Eugenio had established herself as a keen support player, becoming a regular with pianist/vocalist Johnny O’Neal among others. But this time with Dwonszyk and Barber allowed Eugenio to hone a clear identity as a bandleader.

The trio recorded a set of compositions in March 2021, becoming the album Jump (Greenleaf) released in March 2022. While the title track cuts from a noirish cloth, the following track “La Jungla” finds the trio running in concentric rhythmic circles.

This week, Eugenio and her trio make their debut at The Jazz Gallery, with drummer Steven Crammer filling in for Barber. Expect fresh takes on the compositions from Jump, alongside new surprises.

The Juliet Eugenio Trio plays The Jazz Gallery on Thursday, May 25, 2023. The group features Ms. Eugenio on tenor saxophone, Matt Dwonszyk on bass, and Steven Crammer on drums. Sets are at 7:30 and 9:30 P.M. E.D.T. $20 general admission (FREE for members), $30 reserved cabaret seating ($20 for members), $20 livestream access (FREE for members) for each set. Purchase tickets here.