GREGORY GOLUB
Genres: World Fusion, Post Bop, 21st Century Modern • Ukraine

Gregory Golub is an Israeli composer, jazz pianist, and keyboardist whose work bridges contemporary jazz, classical influence, and cross- cultural expression. Known for his intuitive improvisation and stylistic range, he creates music that is both deeply personal and richly cinematic. Originally trained as a jazz pianist, Golub later drew on classical music as a compositional influence, which became evident in his structural depth and expressive phrasing. His music is often inspired by literary, ethnic, and emotional themes, with a distinctive blend of jazz, modern harmony, and layered form. His 2019 album Jazz Aftertaste features 12 original jazz compositions across diverse styles — including blues, boogie, Latin jazz, and lyrical or experimental pieces. The album reflects Golub’s wide artistic range and clear musical identity. One of its standout tracks, Waltz–Rag, reached #1 on the All About Jazz Top 10 Songs chart in May 2024 and held that position for nearly three months. Two versions of this piece were released: a mixed-genre orchestral version (Strings) read more...