The Jazz Standard Presents : Javier Santiago

Fri, Feb 21

Pianist, composer, and in-demand sideman Javier Santiago is one of the most promising voices in the international music scene. A gifted educator, arranger, and producer, Santiago is a rising star making a significant impact in the world of Jazz while also carving out a distinct presence in the Instrumental and Hip-Hop genres. The Minneapolis-born Santiago was exposed to a myriad of great music and talented musicians in his early years. Taking his inspiration and career endeavors to the next level, he furthered his path by relocating to New York City to attend The New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music, then later moved out West to Los Angeles where he now resides. Javier Santiago has had the distinguished opportunity to play with many celebrated musicians on today’s Jazz scene including Herbie Hancock, Terrace Martin, Louis Cole, Alex Isley, Jonathan Kreisberg, Azar Lawrence, Theo Croker, Kenneth Whalum, Aja Monet, John Raymond, Sheila Jordan, and Yosvany Terry.