Michael Ragonese is a Los Angeles-based pianist and composer who leads a modern jazz trio, blending contemporary writing, classical influences, and a connection to the jazz tradition. Featuring bassist Luca Alemanno and drummer Anthony Fung, the group has performed together for nearly a decade, developing its sound through years of playing and touring. Onstage, the trio moves between lyricism and rhythmic exploration, with strong melodic lines, collective improvisation, and an interactive approach shaped by the musicians’ close musical chemistry.