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Jesse Boyd
About Me
As one of the most sought after bass player in New Orleans, Jesse Boyd is known for his
great sound, intonation and musical versatility.
His incredible skills for improvisation had their roots in Church, where his father was a
minister. At the age of 12 years, Jesse recorded his first album with his family. The same
year he also recorded several other gospel albums.
At age 18, he moved to Los Angeles, where he discovered the possibilities of rock and
played with many touring bands.
Back in New Orleans, he went back to a more acoustic sound and started to play upright
bass again. Not only did he return to play Jazz, but also classical music. During his time as
an undergraduate in Loyola University New Orleans he studied with Betsy Heston. He was
also an assistant teacher of musical theory. He studied with Bill Huntington and Ellis
Marsalis at University of New Orleans, where he obtained a Master degree in Jazz Studies.
Currently he is a professor at Loyola University New Orleans, both in the Jazz and Music
Industry departments. He performs regularly with Charmaine Neville, Ingrid Lucia, Leah
Chase, Bob French, Michael Pellera, Al Belletto, Topsy Chapman, and Larry Sieberth to
name just a few. He also spent several years performing as a member of Jeremy
Davenport