Jazz Performer, Composer and Recording Artist
Gerry is best known as the organist, composer, and arranger in the internationally acclaimed soul jazz trio Paradigm Shift. He has four recorded CDs with original music, including over 40 songs he has written. He is famous for his high-energy, funky performance style and creative improvisation. His love of music extends beyond soul jazz to blues, jazz-rock fusion, and bebop.
Upcoming Dates
Wed 2 April 2025
Gerry Youngman & Mel Henderson
The Little Theatre, (Rochester)
7 - 9 pm
Wed 23 April 2025
Gerry Youngman @ Dr. Lonnie Smith Festival
The Caz (Buffalo, NY) 7:30- 9:30 pm
Sat 23 August 2025
Paradigm Shift Main Stage
Northwest Jazz Festival (Lewiston, NY)
4 - 6 pm
Three Great Bands. Three Different Sounds.
All High-Energy Excellence
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Paradigm Shift
Original Soul Jazz
Today’s pre-eminent soul-jazz trio has a fresh take on the famous sound. The founders are Mel Henderson and Gerry Youngman, who have written original music and fresh arrangements for worldwide audiences. Now, with a forward-thinking drummer, Sean Jefferson, the band continues to develop a unique sound that's accessible, funky, and entertaining.
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Ron LoCurto Band
Jazz-Rock Fusion, Blues, and More
The Ron Locurto Band refuses to be put in a box. In any given show, you might hear original jazz fusion, a fresh arrangement of a Jimmy Hendrix classic, or spell-binding blues vocals. With Ron LoCurto on guitar, Gerry Youngman on organ, Dr. John Bacon Jr. on drums, and Rick Fadele on bass, the result is high-energy and entertaining.
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Gerry Youngman and Mel Henderson
Relaxing Organ Jazz
A relaxing approach to soul jazz that creates a vibe that appeals to all ages. From fresh arrangements of seldom performed classics to original ballads, two master musicians show the talent achieved through a lifetime of playing with jazz greats.
New Recording Live at the Sportsmens Coming Soon
The live recording at the concert on 1 July 2024 at the Sportsmen’s Tavern in Buffalo, NY, will celebrate the impressive original compositions of Gerry Youngman, known for music that is both irresistibly funky and so emotional that it connects with your soul. This historic event will be recorded by the Sportsmen’s and produced by Al Evan Music. This session will also be preserved on video as part of a documentary featuring Paradigm Shift and friends.
Shifting Times by Paradigm Shift - click to listen on Spotify
Street Expressionism by Paradigm Shift - Click to listen on Spotify
The Stoy Ends...The Story Begins The Bill Tiberio Group - Click to listen on Spotify
Promise Street by The Bill Tiberio Group - Click to listen on Spotify