Date of Birth: June 25, 2003
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Joey Alexander, born Josiah Alexander Sila, is an Indonesian jazz pianist who took the world by storm with his prodigious talent at a very young age. Born in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Joey began playing piano at the age of six and quickly demonstrated an extraordinary ability to interpret and perform complex jazz compositions. His early exposure to jazz came from his father, who introduced him to the recordings of greats like Louis Armstrong and Thelonious Monk. Joey’s talent was evident when he won the Grand Prix at the first Master-Jam Fest in Odessa, Ukraine, in 2013 at the age of nine. His move to New York City in 2014 marked a significant turn in his career, where he has since performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Apollo Theater, and the Newport Jazz Festival. His debut album, “My Favorite Things,” released in 2015, earned him two Grammy Award nominations, making him one of the youngest Grammy nominees in history. Throughout his career, Joey Alexander has been praised for his technical proficiency, improvisational skills, and deep emotional connection to the music. He continues to record, perform, and inspire audiences around the world.
5 Interesting Facts about Joey Alexander
1. Joey Alexander was the first Indonesian musician to chart on the Billboard 200 with his debut album, “My Favorite Things.”
2. He was nominated for two Grammy Awards at the age of 12.
3. Joey performed at the White House in 2016 as part of the International Jazz Day celebration.
4. He learned jazz mainly by listening to his father’s extensive record collection and YouTube videos.
5. Joey has been compared to jazz legends like Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea due to his remarkable improvisational skills.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joey Alexander
1. “Jazz is about freedom within discipline, and it’s a way for me to express myself.”
2. “I want to bring something fresh to the jazz scene, and I want to inspire people.”
3. “When I play, I feel like I’m telling a story, and I hope people feel that story when they hear me.”
4. “Music is my way of communicating with the world.”
5. “Every time I sit at the piano, it’s a new adventure.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Joey Alexander’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
As of now, Joey Alexander does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Joey Alexander Official Website](http://www.joeyalexandermusic.com
2. [Joey Alexander on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Alexander
5. [Joey Alexander’s Performance at the White House](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eXJCpH-7MI
