Joe LaBarbera is a drummer and composer. LaBarbera is probably best known for his work with the trio of pianist Bill Evans in the final years of Evans's career. LaBarbera has also played in the quartet of Chuck Mangione and with many others musicians such as Bob Brookmeyer, John Scofield, Joe Farrell, Jim Hall, Toots Thielmans, Gary Burton, Phil Woods, Art Pepper and Art Farmer. Joe LaBarbera has worked also as session man.