Vibraphonists · b. 1954

Steve Nelson

American jazz vibraphonist and marimba player

Born
11 August 1954
Pittsburgh
Country
United States
Record labels
Criss Cross Jazz, Red Records
Discography
1 album

Biography

Steve Nelson is a jazz musician who plays vibraphone and bouzouki. Steve Nelson was born on 11 August 1954 in Pittsburgh. The music is usually filed under jazz and folk rock. Record labels: Criss Cross Jazz and Red Records.

Steve Nelson (born August 11, 1954) is an American jazz vibraphonist and marimba player. In addition to his solo work, Nelson is known for collaborating since the 1990s with bassist Dave Holland's Quintet and Big Band. Nelson graduated from Rutgers University with both bachelor's and master's degrees in music, and his teaching activities have included positions at Princeton University, Montclair State University, and William Paterson University. He has appeared at concerts and festivals worldwide and has made recordings as the leader of his own group. He has performed and recorded with Kenny Barron, Bobby Watson, Mulgrew Miller, David "Fathead" Newman, Johnny Griffin, and Jackie McLean.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Communications 1990

Also plays on

Albums where Steve Nelson is credited as a sideman

Frequently asked questions

What instrument does Steve Nelson play?

Steve Nelson is known for playing vibraphone and bouzouki.

When and where was Steve Nelson born?

Steve Nelson was born 11 August 1954 in Pittsburgh.

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