David Kikoski

About

Jazz artist who collaborated with the greatest musicians and performers of his day.

Before Fame

He attended Berklee College of Music in the 1980s before moving to New York City in 1985.

Trivia

His collaboration with the Mingus Big Band, titled Live at the Jazz Standard, earned a 2011 Grammy Award for the Best Live Jazz Ensemble Album.

Family Life

He played in bars as a teenager with his father who was also a pianist.

Associated With

He was given his first break by drummer Roy Haynes.