About
Carson Young is a Brooklyn-based pianist and educator in the greater NYC area. In addition to his newly released record, "Feeling it Now," he holds a Master's degree from the City College of New York where he studied with Bruce Barth, Ray Gallon, Steve Wilson, and Mike Holober. He also has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee where he studied with former Jazz Messenger Donald Brown. Carson is sure to impress listeners with his unique originals featuring a heavy blues emphasis and bebop presence.
Testimonials
“Carson played piano at our engagement party, and he was absolutely phenomenal. His instinct for when to play—and what to play—kept the entire evening flowing effortlessly, filling the speakeasy in NYC with elegant, atmospheric jazz. It set the perfect vibe for the night.
Carson was also incredibly professional and communicated clearly with us throughout the planning process, which made everything seamless. If you’re looking to elevate your next event with a classy, unforgettable jazz experience, you should absolutely hire Carson.”
-Antonio E.
“Carson is a gifted teacher and mentor for young musicians. He is flexible, dynamic, engaging, and just a great human being.”
-Sarah S.
“Carson is a talented, thoughtful, nimble educator, in addition to his exceptional skills as a musician. He has tailored lessons with my son to match his interests and needs exactly, always keeping it fun and engaging. He’s also a pleasure to work with on scheduling and logistics.”
-Joe S.
“Carson is a great teacher to say the least. His approach is gentle and works with you to explain things in a chronological order with attention to detail and making sure you understand on the spot. Besides that, he’s an incredible pianist and a really friendly guy! Highly recommend for piano tutelage.”
-Eddy K.
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