Danny Grissett 's biography |  United States

Biography

Pianist Danny Grissett was born in California. Educated in classical music, he completed his studies at the Thelonious Monk Institute, taking classes with Barry Harris, Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, Kenny Barron, Bobby Watson, Jimmy Heath and Carl Allen. He has played with Billy Higgins, George Coleman, Jackie McLean and Ralph Moore. He moved to New York and joined Tom Harrell’s quintet. His trio albums include Promise (Criss Cross Jazz), Encounters and Stride. He has also played with Freddie Hubbard, Benny Golson, The Mingus Big Band, Marcus Strickland, Steve Nelson and Louis Hayes.