MIKE MORENO
Genres: Post Bop, Classic Fusion • United States

Originally from Houston, Texas, Mike began studying music formally at the Houston High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, a school renowned for its musical alumni, which includes such luminaries as Jason Moran, Robert Glasper, Brian Michael Cox, Eric Harland, Chris Dave, Kendrick Scott, and Beyonce. After graduating, Mike moved to New York City with a scholarship to attend the New School University. While still working towards his Bachelor of Fine Arts, he began garnering the recognition necessary to eventually be called to perform and tour with some of the most venerable names in the Jazz world as well as rising stars firmly en route to establishing their careers. Over the years, they have included The Joshua Redman Elastic Band, Lizz Wright Band, Nicholas Payton Quartet, Stefon Harris Sextet, Me'Shell N'Degeocello, Jason Moran, Terence Blanchard, Robert Glasper, Kendrick Scott Oracle, Gretchen Parlato, Aaron Parks, Claudia Acuna, Greg Osby 4, read more...