On November 23, 2024, pianist Miki Yamanaka graced Birdland's stage with bassist Tyrone Allen and drummer Charles Goold, who was subbing for Jimmy Macbride. This performance was part of a series of engagements at the venue, including dates on November 2, 9, 16, and 30, 2024. (pianyc.net) At that time, Yamanaka was promoting her latest album, Chance, released on October 4, 2024. (mikiyamanaka.bandcamp.com) Recorded at the historic Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, Chance features a mix of jazz standards and compositions by jazz luminaries, showcasing Yamanaka's nuanced touch and the cohesive interplay of her trio. (allaboutjazz.com) The collaboration with Charles Goold, stepping in for Macbride, added a fresh dynamic to the trio's performance, highlighting the adaptability and depth of Yamanaka's musical partnerships.