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Josh Nelson

b. 1978

American jazz pianist

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About Josh Nelson

Born 1978. Josh Nelson is an American pianist, jazz musician and recording artist.

Josh Nelson is an American jazz pianist and composer.

Nelson produced his independent debut album First Stories at age 19. His second album, Anticipation, was released in 2004 with all his compositions. In 2007, Nelson signed with the jazz label Native Language Music and released his third album, Let It Go, with guests Seamus Blake, Sara Gazarek, and Anthony Wilson. His fourth album, I Hear a Rhapsody, was released in 2009 with Nelson's compositions, interpretations of standards, and reinventions of rock songs. In 2011, he released his fifth album, Discoveries, which was influenced by the writings of Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and Nikola Tesla.

Nelson has worked with Jeff Hamilton, Peter Erskine, and Sara Gazarek, for whom he has written songs and serves as musical director

Discography As leader First Stories (Steel Bird Music, 1998) Let It Go (Omagatoki, 2007) I Hear a Rhapsody (Steel Bird Music, 2009) Discoveries (Steel Bird Music, 2011) Exploring Mars (Origin, 2015) Duo Core (Port, 2015) Dream in the Blue (Steel Bird Music, 2016) The Sky Remains (Origin, 2017) The Discovery Project (Steel Bird Music, 2020)

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Josh Nelson?

American jazz pianist

When was Josh Nelson born?

Josh Nelson was born on 1 August 1978.

What is Josh Nelson's occupation?

Josh Nelson is a pianist, jazz musician and recording artist.

What nationality is Josh Nelson?

Josh Nelson is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josh Nelson

· Wikidata: Q6289202

· DBpedia: Josh Nelson

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