Jason Yeager & Justin Poindexter: Don’t Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter An All-Star Tribute at Birdland Birdland is proud to present Jason Yeager & Justin Poindexter: Don’t Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter, an evening celebrating the enduring brilliance, wit, and sophistication of one of America’s greatest songwriters. Pianist Jason Yeager and guitarist Justin Poindexter bring their expansive musical vision and deep jazz sensibility to a spirited tribute to Cole Porter’s songbook. Known for its elegance, clever lyricism, and melodic ingenuity, Porter’s music provides the perfect canvas for this dynamic collaboration, offering fresh perspectives while honoring the composer’s unmistakable style. Joining Yeager and Poindexter is an extraordinary rhythm section: master drummer Steve Little (Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Sesame Street) and legendary bassist Bill Crowe (Stan Getz, J.J. Johnson, Gerry Mulligan). Together, this all-star quartet delivers vibrant, inventive interpretations of Porter’s beloved classics, blending swing, sophistication, and joyful spontaneity. Adding extra sparkle to the evening are two distinguished guest artists:  Julie Benko – Broadway sensation and vocal powerhouse  Sasha Papernik – Renowned pianist, accordionist, and vocalist Don’t Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter promises an evening of wit, warmth, and musical excellence, celebrating songs that continue to charm audiences across generations. Pianist and composer Jason Yeager draws upon such varied influences as pianist Thelonious Monk, author Kurt Vonnegut, the Latin American nueva canción movement, and the early jazz of New Orleans. An adroit and sensitive accompanist as well as an imaginative soloist, Jason has released a number of critically acclaimed albums, including most recently his collaborative effort with violinist Jason Anick, Sanctuary (Sunnyside Records, 2024), and Julie Benko’s celebration of New Orleans, Euphonic Gumbo (Club44 Records, 2025). Jason has also worked with such acclaimed artists as Miguel Zenón, Luciana Souza, George Garzone, and Sean Jones. He has performed across five continents, at such storied venues as Carnegie Hall, Birdland, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and on Broadway. In addition to his work as a bandleader, Yeager has contributed to over 40 additional recordings as pianist, arranger, and producer. A Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of the Tufts/New England Conservatory Double Degree Program and the Berklee Global Jazz Institute, Jason is currently an Associate Professor of Piano at Berklee