Harold DankoProfessor Emeritus of Jazz Studies and Contemporary Media FfreshhTidal Breeze BIOGRAPHY In a career spanning more than a half century Harold Danko has established himself as a distinguished pianist, composer and band leader, fortified by an impressive resume of collaborations with legendary jazz artists, at prestigious jazz venues throughout the world as well…
Jeff Campbell Professor of Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media Chair, Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media Department DEPARTMENTJazz Studies & Contemporary MediaCONTACT INFOEmail Professor Campbell585-274-1433BIOGRAPHY Jeff Campbell has carved out an impressive career as bass player of extraordinary artistry, fluent in both the jazz and classical idioms. As a jazz bassist, he maintains an active schedule…
Clay Jenkins Professor of Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media ECMS Collegiate Instructor in Trumpet Academic Leave Spring 2026 DEPARTMENTJazz Studies & Contemporary MediaCONTACT INFOEmail Professor Jenkins585-274-1448BIOGRAPHY Clay Jenkins’ career as a jazz artist has covered a wide range of musical experiences and responsibilities, bringing him to the forefront of the jazz performing and teaching arenas.…
Bob Sneider Associate Professor of Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media ECMS Senior Instructor of Jazz Guitar DEPARTMENTJazz Studies & Contemporary MediaCONTACT INFOEmail Professor Sneider585-274-1953Personal WebsiteBIOGRAPHY Before joining the Eastman faculty in late 1997, Sneider toured for several years with two-time Grammy Award winner Chuck Mangione. Other notable performers with whom Sneider has performed, toured or…