From: Ann Arbor, Michigan

Currently based in: Brooklyn, New York

Occupation: Musician, Educator

Genres: Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Blues, Folk, Art-Rock

Instruments: Double Bass, Electric Bass, Piano

Years active: 2011-22 (Mich.) 2022-present (NY)

Education:

Michigan State University College of Music (Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance, 2016)

University of Michigan School of Music, Theater and Dance (Master of Music in Jazz Improvisation, 2019)

Influences and Mentors:

Rodney Whitaker (at Michigan State University) http://www.rodneywhitaker.com/

Robert Hurst (at University of Michigan)

https://roberthurst.com/

Associated performers and acts include:

Malena Quartet (album, Behind the Eyes, 2016); Talking Ear; Travis Swanson Trio (album : When It’s Time to Say Goodbye, 2017)(https://travisswansonmusic.com); Lily Talmers; Josh Lawrence Quintet; Corey Kendrick Quartet; The Vincent Chandler Experience

As an Educator:

Interlochen Center for the Arts (2022-23)

Musipire Flushing Music School and Academy (2023-present)