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Justin Kauflin is an award-winning “jazz pianist who favors a clarity of touch and ideas...his writing is balanced tempering post-bop intricacies with the assurances of the gospel church” -New York Times. As leader, player, composer and producer, Justin has released 10 albums to date. In 2014, he scored and appeared in "Keep On Keepin' On," the acclaimed documentary highlighting jazz legend Clark Terry, and was signed for management by music icon, Quincy Jones. He performs worldwide and is a Yamaha Artist.
EDUCATOR AMBASSADOR ADVOCATE
Justin is an instructor at the Governor's School for the Arts in Virginia and has taught at jazz festivals nationwide. As a Jazz Ambassador for the US State Department, he shares the documentary "Keep On Keepin' On" and conducts global jazz workshops.
As a recipient of the Kennedy Center VSA International Young Soloist award, he advocates for disability awareness and demonstrates accessible products for blind musicians. ACCESIBILITY NEWS >
PRODUCER
Justin has independently produced multiple albums and launched live stream shows, including Wednesday Night Hangs, JK's Jukebox, Christmas Marathons, Sunday Hymns & Things, and JK's Playground which explores virtual studio technology. LIVE STREAMS >
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His latest endeavor involves curating a jazz concert series featuring top regional jazz musicians, offering students and the community a free, intimate concert experience.
PIANIST COMPOSER
FILM SCORER
Justin has released 10 albums as a leader, musician, and composer, and contributed to over 35 albums as sideman. His recent works include a duo album with Danish bassist Thomas Fonnesbaek, Danish Rain and his first live recording, Live at Sam First.
JUSTIN KAUFLIN TRIO
Live at Sam First (2024)
Justin has also composed original soundtracks for trailers, advertisements, films, and several impactful documentaries. FILM SCORES >