Grammy-nominated artist Ted Nash enjoys
an extraordinary career as a performer, conductor, composer, arranger, and educator. Born in Los Angeles, multi-instrumentalist Nash's interest in music started at an early age. He was exposed to music and encouraged by his father, trombonist Dick Nash, and uncle, reedman Ted Nash - both well-known studio and jazz musicians. Nash blossomed early, a “young lion” before the term became marketing vernacular. One of Nash's most important associations is with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, as well as the adventurous Jazz Composers Collective. Nash's recordings have appeared on many national "best-of" lists including The New Yorker, The New York Times, Village Voice, The Boston Globe, and New York Newsday.
Recent Blog
A Note from Benny Golson
Reviews come and go, and it is always nice when a trade magazine or respected newspaper comments favorably on a project you have produced. But when the "review" is from a musician for whom you have the greatest respect, an iconic saxophonist you have listened to and been inspired by over the years, it has a special impact. This note is from one of my heroes, Benny Golson, after hearing my latest release, "The Creep."
Ted, In "The Creep" you have obviated an exigent agenda which saps the energy of the unknown, subduing it and giving it life so that it becomes a vitally living thing that's brought into the bright and revealing light of creativity with your overwhelmingly capacious imagination. (more)
Reviews come and go, and it is always nice when a trade magazine or respected newspaper comments favorably on a project you have produced. But when the "review" is from a musician for whom you have the greatest respect, an iconic saxophonist you have listened to and been inspired by over the years, it has a special impact. This note is from one of my heroes, Benny Golson, after hearing my latest release, "The Creep."
Ted, In "The Creep" you have obviated an exigent agenda which saps the energy of the unknown, subduing it and giving it life so that it becomes a vitally living thing that's brought into the bright and revealing light of creativity with your overwhelmingly capacious imagination. (more)
Ted Nash uses
reeds and 
mouthpieces.
Essay Contest For Students: "Why is Jazz Important?"
Ted Nash has just announced an Essay Contest open to all students. Theme for the essay is "Why is Jazz Important?" Winner will be selected by a panel made up of the members Ted's quartet (Ted Nash, Ron Horton, Rufus Reid and Ali Jackson), who will be performing the CD release of "The Creep" at Kitano in New York City on May 12th. Winner will receive a collector's LP of "The Creep" (includes free digital downlad card). Top three finalists each receive a free ticket to The Kitano Jazz club on May 12th. Entries should be between 600-800 words and received no later than May 8th. Finalists will be announced on May 10th. Winner will be announced from the stage on May 12th. Please send essay to: trnash@aol.com. Include your name, age, school and contact information.
Upcoming Performances
Ted Nash "The Creep" CD Release Gig at Kitano (NYC) May 12th
Come celebrate the release of Ted Nash's new recording with a special, one-night-only performance at the newly redesigned space at New York's premier jazz club, The Kitano. Ted's quartet will feature Ron Horton on Trumpet, Rufus Reid on bass, and Ali Jackson on drums. Where: The Kitano - 66 Park Avenue, East 38th St, NYC. When: May 12th, shows at 8:00 and 10:00. For more information visit http://www.kitano.com/Jazz-at-Bar-Lounge.
For reservations call 212-885-7000
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Come celebrate the release of Ted Nash's new recording with a special, one-night-only performance at the newly redesigned space at New York's premier jazz club, The Kitano. Ted's quartet will feature Ron Horton on Trumpet, Rufus Reid on bass, and Ali Jackson on drums. Where: The Kitano - 66 Park Avenue, East 38th St, NYC. When: May 12th, shows at 8:00 and 10:00. For more information visit http://www.kitano.com/Jazz-at-Bar-Lounge.
For reservations call 212-885-7000
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The Creep
Ted returns to the intimate setting of a quartet for this release. This is Ted's most personal statement to date: the music is earthy, bluesy and free. Features Ron Horton (tpt), Paul Sikivie (bass) and Ulysses Owens (drums).
Release date: 3/27
Ted returns to the intimate setting of a quartet for this release. This is Ted's most personal statement to date: the music is earthy, bluesy and free. Features Ron Horton (tpt), Paul Sikivie (bass) and Ulysses Owens (drums).
Release date: 3/27
