Theo Hill
Rising Tradition
Theo Hill is a critically acclaimed jazz pianist whose lyrical touch and rich compositional voice have made him one of New York’s most compelling modernists.
About
Born May 22, 1982 in Albany, New York, Theo Hill began classical piano lessons at age five with Mary Moran before embracing jazz study with Lee Shaw at twelve. He graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s in jazz from SUNY Purchase in 2004, and has gone on to record multiple albums as a leader while performing widely as both bandleader and sideman across the U.S. and internationally. Known for his work with ensembles such as the Mingus Big Band and T.S. Monk Sextet, Hill is also a dedicated educator teaching privately and in higher education institutions.
Music Style
His musical style is characterized by a deep understanding of jazz tradition, infused with a contemporary edge, featuring complex harmonies, polyrhythms, and a lyrical improvisational approach that ranges from intensely energetic to subtly introspective.
Background
- Hometown
- Rochester, New York
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- Early 2000s-present
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If you like Vijay Iyer, Jason Moran, and Robert Glasper — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Theo Hill's next NYC show is Thursday, August 6 at Jazzcultural.