Jacob Jayasena Trio feat. Keala Burns

The Jacob Jayasena trio returns to Foundry616, embarking on a musical odyssey that traverses continents and cultures. It explores the intersection between Jazz and classical music, history and mythology, and offers a glimpse into a world where boundaries blur and music transcends.

Originally from Solo, Indonesia, Jacob made a name for himself in his home country, including a notable performance at the International Ubud Village Jazz Festival in 2019, before relocating to Sydney in 2020. Under the guidance of esteemed jazz pianists such as Indra Lesmana, Judy Bailey, Kevin Hunt, and Steve Barry, Jacob honed his skills and developed a unique and authentic style. Jacob now studies at the esteemed Sydney Conservatorium of Music on scholarship.

Bearing a legacy of classical training, Keala’s musical journey began in her hometown of Sydney, Australia, at the Conservatorium High School. There, she delved into double bass, piano, composition, and voice before focusing on developing as a singer-songwriter.

Vocally, she is equally at home performing jazz standards with a band, as a solo acoustic singer-songwriter, or on the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall stage performing classical works. This abundance of musical potential has earned her recognition, leading to an invitation to further her studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where she has been awarded a prestigious 4-year full scholarship.

“Jacob is gifted with highly tuned responsive, collaborative musical instincts…he works at the highest level I have witnessed in a young jazz musician.” – Dr. Kevin Hunt.

“Jacob is, simply put, one of the most diligent, curious – and as a result, talented – students I have ever had the privilege to teach.” – Dr. Steve Barry.