Julian “J3PO” Pollack Trio, with featured artist Sy Smith at the Mendocino Music Festival

Embark on an evening of soul-tinged jazz and fusion, with a look to the future, marbled by intricate glistenings of electronica and hip-hop. This trio, who tours throughout the year with Chris Botti as his rhythm section, features Albion native Julian Pollack on piano and synthesizers, Juilliard-trained Dan Chmielinski on bass and synthesizer, and the legendary Lee Pearson on drums. The trio will also feature the illustrious Sy Smith on vocals, performing hipnotic jams from the ’70s and ’80s as well as some tasty originals.