Michael McClintock

Michael McClintock: Multi-Instrumentalist, Composer, Educator

Michael McClintock is an internationally acclaimed musician known for his genre-defying artistry and deep-rooted passion for musical traditions from around the world. A master of the guitar and Cuban Tres, Michael’s work blends Jazz, Flamenco, Brazilian, Cuban, and Classical styles into a voice that is unmistakably his own.

He holds a Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City Conservatory (2006), where he studied with renowned guitarist Douglas Niedt. He later pursued specialized studies in Jazz, Flamenco, Brazilian, and Cuban music—developing a particular expertise on the Cuban Tres under master musicians Dr. Efrain Amador and César Hechavarria.

Musical Career

Nicholas Mycio

Born: September 23, 1999

Nicholas Mycio is a New York City based guitarist whose unique sonic palette combines the foundational language of Jazz with modern harmonic innovations brought about in the 21st century. A musician with a clearly defined vision, Nicholas has always strived to play in the same manner in which he speaks. To connect his thoughts to his improvisation perfectly, and perform with the same depth and meaning as a thoughtful conversation.

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Charlie Moon

Born: March 8, 1989

Acclaimed as Ireland's "rising star" of jazz by The Irish Times, Charlie Moon stands out as a singular voice in the realms of cool jazz, blues, and soul jazz. Hailed by the BBC as “A very gifted young vocalist and guitarist” Moon has carved a niche for himself with a melodic guitar style that seamlessly blends rhythmically swinging bebop and blues.

Born into a musical family, Moon inherited his passion from his father, Nigel Mooney, dubbed “Ireland’s King of the Blues,” and began honing his craft early. His formative years were shaped by exposure to iconic performances by jazz greats like Jimmy Smith, Ahmad Jamal, George Benson, Brad Mehldau, and Wayne Shorter. At just 13, Moon had the privilege of a one-on-one lesson with legendary guitarist Larry Coryell who his father played with regularly, igniting his commitment to jazz.

Daniel Garbin

Born: March 10

The interwoven realms of mathematics, music, and photography unveil a multitude of connections. Far from claiming completeness on this complex matter, the narrative below aims to shed some light on these associations, drawing from Daniel's personal experiences. Daniel, a mathematician by profession, currently holds the position of associate professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Queensborough Community College, City University of New York.

Daniel's passion for geometry finds its roots in the meticulously crafted technical drawing notebooks of his grandfather, resembling works of art, which captivated his young eyes

Jason Lapierre

Jason LaPierre is a singer-songwriter, jazz guitarist, and producer known for crafting rich, emotive soundscapes that blend jazz, R&B, and singer-songwriter influences into a distinct, evolving style. Since his independent debut in 2020, he has amassed over 10 million streams, garnered nearly 300,000 monthly listeners, and landed on numerous Spotify editorial playlists. His music has also gained global recognition, including a special CD compilation, Jason LaPierre for Quiet Corner, entirely dedicated to his work and distributed across Japan.

Jason’s work with artists across the globe, including Anthony Lazaro, Cy Leo, Ebony Loren, Suzie Collier, Whyte, and Mokina, reflects his commitment to pushing creative limits and embracing new sounds.