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Sean Peterson

Performer, composer, scholar and recording artist active in Eugene, Oregon

About Me

Sean Peterson is a bassist and composer based in Eugene, Oregon. He performs in genres including Jazz, Baroque, Funk, Gypsy-grass, and Salsa. He recently composed, recorded and mixed his debut CD for jazz sextet, “Let It Show,” released in June 2015. He performs regularly with Laura Kemp, Eleven Eyes, Torrey Newhart, Tony Glausi, and Oregon Bach Collegium. Previously he has performed with Taarka, Halie Loren, Beta Collide, The Eugene Composers’ Big Band, and The Harry James Orchestra. Sean is a PhD student in musicology at the University of Oregon and holds a Master's degree in Jazz Studies. His research focuses on instrumental performance in hip hop and jazz, the beats of producer Jay Dilla, and hip hop in musical theatre. www.seanpetersonmusic.com