Seattle Jazz Academy
https://www.seattlejazzacademy.com
Founded in 2019, Seattle Jazz Academy is a community-centered jazz conservatory dedicated to helping musicians develop their craft, deepen their understanding of the music, and connect with others through a shared love of jazz.
What began as a small piano studio has grown into one of the Pacific Northwest's largest jazz education organizations, serving hundreds of students each week through private lessons, ensembles, classes, performances, workshops, and community events. The academy brings together musicians of all ages and experience levels, creating opportunities for both serious study and meaningful artistic connection.
Today, Seattle Jazz Academy is home to a diverse faculty of professional performers and educators who share a commitment to musical excellence, creativity, and lifelong learning. Through its programs, performances, and growing community, the academy continues to provide a place where musicians can learn, collaborate, and find their own voice.
Seattle Pianist
https://www.seattlepianist.com
Seattle Pianist is a performance project focused on providing live music for private events, corporate gatherings, weddings, and community celebrations throughout the Pacific Northwest. Drawing from jazz, classical, and popular traditions, the project connects clients with professional musicians while creating opportunities for Seattle Jazz Academy faculty and performers.
Tacoma Jazz Academy
https://www.tacomajazzacademy.com
Tacoma Jazz Academy is a new community-centered music school dedicated to jazz education, creativity, and lifelong learning. Building on the foundation of Seattle Jazz Academy, the project aims to create a place where musicians can study, perform, connect, and grow through music.
Current Musical Projects
In addition to my work in arts education, I remain active as a performer, composer, and collaborator. My musical projects range from solo piano performances and jazz ensembles to original compositions, recordings, and special collaborations with artists throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Here are some of the regular groups I play with:
Lee Oskar Band
I perform as organist and keyboardist with Lee Oskar, harmonica master, instrument designer, and founding member of the legendary band War. The group performs Oskar's original music along with selections from the classic War repertoire, blending funk, jazz, blues, and world music influences.
The New Triumph
https://thenewtriumph.bandcamp.com/album/night-trip
The New Triumph is a Seattle-based jazz, afro-funk, and groove-oriented ensemble known for its energetic performances and original music. As keyboardist, I contribute both acoustic and electronic textures while collaborating with a diverse group of musicians rooted in jazz, funk, and improvisational traditions.
MiniBos
MiniBos is a contemporary instrumental project led by composer and guitarist Andrew Boscardin. Featuring Evan Woodle on drums, Rebekah Ko on marimba, Andrew Boscardin on guitar, and myself on keyboards and synth bass, the group explores original compositions that blend elements of jazz, progressive music, minimalism, and modern chamber music.
Foundation Work
The Jazz Academy Foundation
The Jazz Academy Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to jazz education and supporting the broader musical community. Through scholarships, outreach programs, artist support, and educational initiatives, the foundation works to ensure that high-quality music education remains accessible to students of all backgrounds while strengthening the cultural life of the communities it serves.
Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra
As a member of the board of directors for the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, I help support one of the Pacific Northwest's leading professional jazz organizations. My work has included contributing to educational initiatives such as the Clarence Acox Jazz Scholars Program, which provides mentorship, performance opportunities, and professional development for emerging young jazz musicians.