| Steve Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupations | Vibraphonist, Bandleader |
| Instruments | Vibraphone, Marimba |
| Labels | High Note, Sunny Side, Criss Cross |
Steve Nelson (born 1954 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is an American vibraphonist, and has been a member of Dave Holland's Quintet and Big Band for over a decade. He graduated from Rutgers University with both Master's and Bachelor's degrees in music, and his teaching activities have included a position at Princeton University.[1] He has appeared at concerts and festivals worldwide and has made recordings as the leader of his own group. As a resident of the New York area he has performed and recorded with many great musicians including Kenny Barron, Bobby Watson, Mulgrew Miller, David "Fathead" Newman, Johnny Griffin and Jackie McLean.
His most recent recording is Sound-Effect (2007), featuring pianist Mulgrew Miller, Peter Washington on bass, and Lewis Nash on drums.
Contents |
| Year | Title | Genre | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Sound-Effect | Jazz | High Note | |
| 2004 | Fuller Nelson | Jazz | Sunny Side | |
| 1999 | New Beginnings | Jazz | TCB Music | |
| 1989 | Live At Acireale, Vol. 1 & 2 [Live] [Import] | Jazz | Red Records | |
| 1989 | Full Nelson | Jazz | Sunny Side | |
| 1987 | Communications | Jazz | Criss Cross |
With Jonny King
With Arkadia Jazz All Stars
With Dave Holland