Blind jazz pianist, composer & educator. Clark Terry protege. Quincy Jones collaborator. Dedicated to the music & the people it reaches
JAZZ PIANIST COMPOSER
Justin Kauflin
"Kauflin's execution, his ability to ripple waves of notes from the keyboard flawlessly and evoke colorful meadows of sound - is unequivocally superb."
- DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE
Justin Kauflin, an award-winning jazz pianist, has produced 10 albums and composed the score for the Oscar-shortlisted documentary "Keep On Keepin' On." As a faculty member at the Governor's School for the Arts in Norfolk, VA, he curates the free GSA Jazz Night Concert Series to ensure live jazz is accessible to all. Additionally, he hosts a weekly live stream every Sunday.
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ALBUMS
COLLABORATIONS
COUNTRIES
YRS w/QUINCY JONES
AS SEEN IN
FILM & EDUCATION
Keep On Keepin' On
Justin both scored and co-starred in this documentary that explores the deep friendship between himself, a young blind pianist, and his 89-year-old mentor, jazz trumpet legend Clark Terry. The Keep On Keepin’ On Jazz Outreach & US State Department Jazz Ambassador program presents screenings, Q&A sessions, clinics, and concerts. Bring this experience to your community today!
