TIZAAN ALPHONSO

FUNK IT UP !

Tizaan Alphonso, a critically acclaimed pianist, singer, and composer, grew up in a musical family where music felt like home. Inspired by Soul, Funk, and Jazz, he jokes about becoming the Freddie Mercury of Jazz or Herbie Hancock’s long-lost son, but his passion for these genres runs deep. His debut album Feel It (2020) earned praise from the press in India, the USA, and beyond.

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Tizaan's latest EP, Take It or Leave It (Oct 2024), explores themes of life, love, racism, and self-acceptance through heartfelt lyrics. In Maastricht, he formed the Tizaan Alphonso Collective, a dynamic 8-piece band known for its energetic performances and tight bond. In October 2024, the band toured India to promote the new EP, performing at iconic venues like NMACC in Mumbai and The Pianoman Jazz Club in Delhi.

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Tizaan has also played prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz and Park City Live, and his music is regularly featured on Dutch radio by saxophonist Candy Dulfer. He was then invited by Candy to open for her in January 2025 at Grenswerk, Venlo, and was then later invited on stage to perform with her band.