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Soul, jazz, R&B and groove — the heart of gospel, the sophistication of jazz, and the groove of R&B and soul. Sets mix originals with reimagined classics.

Stacey Wade on keys and vocals, Benjamin “BB” Wright on bass, and Walter Dean IV on drums and percussion.

Clubs, festivals, live music series, corporate events, private parties and receptions — rooms that want real musicianship.

Rates depend on the date, the length of the performance and the location. Send the details and you’ll get availability and a quote.

As early as you can. Include your date when you get in touch and we’ll confirm availability.

Yes. The trio is based in Portland and is booked for the Seaside Jazz & Blues Festival on the Oregon coast in March 2027. Tell us where your event is.

Tell us the songs that matter most when you get in touch, and Stacey will let you know what’s possible.

Tell us about the room when you inquire — size, power, and whether there’s a house system — and we’ll work out what the trio needs.

The trio plays Portland rooms three and four nights a month. Upcoming dates are on the Trio page, and gigs are posted on Instagram.

Yes — the fact sheet and live details are on the Trio page. For anything else, including photos, get in touch.

No — that’s a common misquote. Stacey joined Al Green’s band at nineteen and is one of its longest-tenured members. He has served as musical director for Sweet Honey in the Rock and for the Holland America house band.

He trained classically in voice and piano, then received a full scholarship to Berklee College of Music at twenty-four, completing his degree in 2024 between tours.

Al Green, Lauryn Hill, Mary J. Blige, Ziggy Marley, Billy Preston and Michael McDonald, among others.

Foundations lessons are $50 for a 30–45 minute lesson. Advanced lessons are hourly — ask for the current rate.

Lessons are online, by video.

Yes. Foundations is built for beginners and returning players, in piano and voice.

It’s for gigging and pre-professional players: improvisation, playing with a band, and working-musician skills.

A piano or keyboard, a steady internet connection, and a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera placed so your hands are in view.

Yes. Stacey delivers workshops on jazz, combo playing, and the working life of a professional musician.

Two singles, “Love Her” and “Judy,” are planned for Q1 2027. Join the list to hear first.