Yan Pevzner graduated with a Master Degree in Jazz Performance and Composition from New York University, and also holds an Artistic Diploma in Jazz and Classical Piano from Aubervilliers National Conservatory in France. While at NYU, Yan studied with Dr. Tom Boras, Michael Abene, Frank Foster, George Garzone and Tony Moreno. An alumnus of the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program, the Jazz Aspen Snowmass, Steans Institute for Young Artists and Mancini Institute Yan has performed at many festivals including Bagnlieu Blue jazz festival in France, IAJE conference in 2001 & 2002, Ravinia festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center Grand Opening Festival, Cactus Jazz and Blues festival and in various venues such as Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl, Jazz at Lincoln Center Rose Hall, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Dorothy Chandler Pavillion, Birdland, BB King Blues Club, Sweet Rhythms, Sotheby's jazz series, Getty Museum, Regattabar, Jazz Corner and Paramount Studios. Yan has appeared with top international jazz artists including, Michael Abene, Michael Buble, Cecil Bridgewater, John Clayton, Gregg Field, Frank Foster, Allan Harris, Shirley Horn, Monica Mancini, Christian McBride, Paul McCandless, Earl Palmer, Ray Pizzi, Dianne Reeves, Bob Sheppard, Bill Watrous and performed as an orchestra pianist under the battons of Elmer Berstein, Charles Floyed, Jerry Goldsmith, Quincy Jones, Vince Mendoza and Patrick Williams.
At present time Yan works and records with his trio that consist of bassist Martin Wind and drummer Tony Moreno. Their debut CD State of Mind was released in spring of 2003 and received international critical acclaim. In addition to performing with his trio Yan plays with a variety of musicians in NYC and also teaches jazz piano, classical piano and instrumental ensemble at the State University of New York/Westchester Community College.
Yan Pevzner is endorsed as a Yamaha Performance Artist.
Hey Yan! Thanks for the message...The new trax sound sweet. Life is good on my end, but I have been busy...been moving into a new place and just got back into town from istanbul.....crzy! I am totally down to play again in June...I just need to make it to the end of the week!
Hey Yan! Thanks for the message...The new trax sound sweet. Life is good on my end, but I have been busy...been moving into a new place and just got back into town from istanbul.....crzy! I am totally down to play again in June...I just need to make it to the end of the week!
Happy New Year! I BELIEVE that 2008 has wonderful things in store for you! Have a amazing new year!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks again for your friendship... you are phenominal! Kate
nice to meet you. I'm a huge Jazz Piano fan. You have a very impressive list of artists you played with. "A few lost notes" is so subtle, very nice. I listen to it again and again. Best greetings from Hamburg in Germany.
Hey Yan!
I just wanted to let you know that my ensemble is performing in NYC next Friday in morningside heights. There will be sake & wine, and plenty of music. Parish Hall is on West 114th Street & Broadway. The door will open at 7 and the program will start at 8pm.
For more info paulsimports.net Hope you can come by.
Hi Yan Pevzner, just a quick hello from the Jazz Pistols - hope you are doing fine and have a nice christmas season. Thanks for being our friend and good luck for the things you do. Best regards - Christoph
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Yan I want to see the women final on Saturday !!! (I`m Maria's fan!) Can your Mom get me in somewhere? Did you know that the best seat cost over $800!!
P.s. I just won a game by 6-4 against a guy... I will beat you next time when I play with you!!!
Hey Yan! Great to hear you again! Nice playing and nice writing! Funny, I just found a Bb part for "On the Road" a few days ago. That's a good tune! Take care, and talk to you soon,
