Pico Trio Jazz Band from Seattle, WA

Pico Trio is a Seattle-based jazz trio featuring bassist Trevor Ford, pianist Dylan Hayes, and guitarist Martin Budde. We are dedicated Jazz musicians whose fuse the originality of our unique real word experience, reverence and study of the jazz tradition, and modern cultural relevance into our music. We understand the value that live music brings to the world, and believe in bringing a stellar live music experience to our clients. We strive to inspire our audience, and leave them with a lasting positive impression. if you are looking for a truly high quality jazz trio, we are for you. Trevor Ford brings a soulful, melodic bass approach informed by his work with artists such as Orrin Evans, Anat Cohen, and the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. Pianist and composer Dylan Hayes contributes a rich harmonic palette and nationally recognized writing, highlighted by his acclaimed album Songs for Rooms and People, The Dyaln Hayes Octet Vol. 1, and his work with Meridian Odyssey on Origin Records. Guitarist Martin Budde adds a contemporary, exploratory edge, drawing from his work as a founding member of Meridian Odyssey and his own Origin Records release Back Burner, and extensive experience working with folk and blues bands. All first call Seattle Musician in their own right, these three create an undeniably impactful and creative, live music experience. Together, Pico Trio delivers dynamic interplay, thoughtful originals, and fresh interpretations of standards—offering a modern Northwest jazz sound rooted in connection, curiosity, and collective expression.