Appearing at Jazz at the Playhouse, will be the organ trio Three Blind Mice featuring saxophonist Victor North, organist Lucas Brown, and drummer Wayne Smith Jr. at the Society Hill Playhouse in Philadelphia this Thursday - March 15th.  

Formed in the early 2000's by saxophonist Victor North, the trio's chemistry was immediate and thus began what would become Three Blind Mice: a modern jazz organ trio. North, originally hailing from Alaska but now long-time Philly transplant, teamed up with Philadelphia's Lucas Brown and Wayne Smith, both of whom exemplify the great tradition of rhythm section players from their hometown. Together the three have forged their own sound and feature an expansive repertoire that is constantly growing with new original compositions by the band members. On any given night, you may hear them paying homage to their many influences, playing the music of greats like John Coltrane, Hank Mobley, Larry Young or Wes Montgomery, as well as contemporary artists such as Peter Bernstein. But what is really unique about this group is the dynamic interplay, the intent listening, the infectious swing of the entire unit, each part moving separately but always together as one. In 2011, their long-awaited debut album, The Outsider, packed full with original music penned by Mr. North and Mr. Brown, was hailed as a critical success. The trio have been together for eight years and the album showcases their cooperative sound as well as the high degree of communication they share resulting from their long tenure together. Stepping in to guest host this concert will be singer Rhenda Fearrington, a mainstay of the current Philly jazz scene, a number one fan of this group - they even wrote a song about her! It's going to be a great night of music. . .