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Justin Pierce

Dallas-Fort Worth jazz saxophonist and One O'Clock alumni

About Me

Saxophonist and multi-woodwind artist Justin Pierce is rooted firmly in the jazz tradition, seeking to continue and further the great American artform. Justin and his Dallas jazz band frequently perform as a duo, trio, quartet, and quintet around the DFW area, performing for weddings, parties, and corporate functions.

Justin recently completed a Master's Degree in Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas. While there, Justin served as a graduate teaching fellow, teaching applied jazz saxophone lessons and directed the Seven O’Clock Lab Band. At the University of North Texas, Justin performed and/or recorded as a member of the One O’Clock Lab Band, Two O’Clock Lab Band, and Latin Jazz Band. While at McNeese State University, he was named outstanding soloist at the 2008 North Texas Jazz Festival in Addison, and toured Romania for two weeks with the jazz ensemble, performing in seven cities.

Justin is currently performing and teaching in the DFW metroplex and is available for performances, clinics, and private study.

www.justinpiercemusic.com

My Jazz Story

The first jazz record I bought was Kind of Blue, by Miles Davis. My junior high band director recommended it to me, and I don't know if he could have picked an album more appropriate: Miles Davis, an all-star rhythm section, and two of the most important jazz saxophonists of all time (John Coltrane and Cannonball Adderley). Wonderful music that touches the soul.