“Jonathan is an exceptional jazz pianist whose receptivity, ambition, and musicianship will continually set him apart throughout his career. “ - Angelo Versace
Jonathan Hines is currently a performing musician and private educator based in New York, New York. He grew up in Yuma, Arizona, a small town that neighbors the southern border and developed an interest in music at a young age. Hines studied piano independently until he attended the University of Arizona in 2017 and studied under the direction of his mentors; pianists Angelo Versace, Fanya Lin, and saxophonist Brice Winston. During his time studying, he began to play jazz professionally all around Arizona- quickly becoming one of first-call jazz pianists in the area. In early 2022, Hines became among the first musicians to perform at The Century Room; establishing himself as a regular pianist at one of the fastest growing jazz clubs in America. Hines relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana in June 2022 and again in February 2024 to New York City to further grow professionally. He continues to perform regularly in a variety of settings, including solo piano playing, leading an ensemble, and as a sideman. His first original EP “Remember” was released September 1st, 2023, feating Arizona native musicians Alan Acosta, Kenji Ono Lancaster, and Colin McIlrath. His second EP “My Ideal” - a solo piano project, was released on streaming services February 23rd, 2024. Hines has also played alongside acclaimed jazz musicians such as Veronica Swift, Ingrid Jenson, Joe Lovano, Terrell Stafford, and John Riley among others.
“I hardly identify a jazz musician. Although I love improvised music, I love many things and I just unabashedly follow whatever happens to peak my interest. My creed for artists is to trust their own taste and intuition full-heartedly and not limit themselves to stylistic expectations. My mission is to create art that pulls from everything I love, and my hope is that through offering my life experiences as honestly as possible at the piano, maybe I can give an audience something to relate to.”