Robert Hurst
Virtuoso Bass Architect
A foundational force in modern jazz, Robert Hurst's deep groove and technical mastery have anchored legendary ensembles from Wynton Marsalis to The Tonight Show.
About
Robert Hurst is an American jazz bassist and composer who rose to prominence in the 1980s as a member of the Wynton Marsalis and Branford Marsalis groups. He served as the bassist for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno band for eight years and is a respected educator at the University of Michigan.
Music Style
Hurst is known for a robust, harmonically adventurous style on the upright bass and a versatile approach that bridges traditional swing with contemporary rhythmic structures.
Background
- Hometown
- Detroit, Michigan
- Education
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 1980s-present
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Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Robert Hurst's next NYC show is Wednesday, October 28 at Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center.