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Steve Scholz

Born in Long Island, New York and raised in New Smyrna Beach, Florida – Steve Scholz began his career as a professional musician at age 15. Working his way through the gig scene of the greater Daytona Beach area, Steve quickly gained prominence amongst local musicians and began to hone his skills as a performer and entertainer in hotel lobbies, restaurants, bars, weddings and private parties. During these formative years the young pianist didn’t hesitate to prove himself in more formal settings as well. Awarded the illustrious position of jazz pianist for the Florida All-State Jazz Band three years in a row (2003, 2004, 2005), nominated “outstanding soloist” and IAJE notification at FSU Jazz Festival (2005), UNF Jazz Festivals (2004, 2005), Lakeside Jazz Festival (2004,2005) First-Place Winner in the Duke Brown Blues Scholarship Competition (Daytona Beach Florida, 2005) and First-Place Winner in the Central Florida Jazz Society Competition in (Orlando, Florida 2005). Offered several full music and academic scholarships to attend college, yet being the consummate beach bum and addicted golfer, Steve decided to remain in Florida and attend the Florida State University on full scholarships to study with world renowned faculty members Marcus Roberts, Count Basie trumpeter Scotty Barnhart, Bill Peterson, Leon Anderson Jr., Rodney Jordan, Bill Kennedy and Paul McKee

When You Feel It Within

By Steve Scholz

Label: Unknown label
Released: 2012

Steve Scholz - Debut Album " When You Feel It Within"

November 26, 2012

Steve Scholz is releasing his debut album as a leader - featuring all original compositions. It has been described as an intimate blend of acoustic straight-ahead/latin jazz - with playful melodies, afro-cuban rhythms and the soulfulness of the blues - music that keep a coherent storyline and mood. Steve Scholz is currently on faculty at Contra ...