Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Pianist, Composer, Arranger & Educator Billy Test .. We caught up with him about his new 2021 CD with The Billy Test Trio - Coming Down Roses .. It’s his debut as a bandleader full of original compositions featuring Billy on Piano, Evan Gregor on Bass, and Ian Froman on drums. He grew up in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, later relocating to the New York City area to follow his musical ambitions. During his time on the New York scene, he performed at Carnegie Hall, The Village Vanguard, and so many other hallowed joints .. He’s got great stories .. Enjoy ..  Click to listen. Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/ If you like what you hear, please let us know. You can contribute a few bucks to keep Neon Jazz going strong into the future. https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=ERA4C4TTVKLR4