Jonathan Michel

https://jonathanmichel.bandcamp.com/album/mdr

Born and raised in Waterbury, CT, Jonathan Michel's musical journey has been marked by remarkable achievements. From 2005 to 2010, he served as a first-call bassist in Philadelphia, performing alongside renowned local, national, and international artists. Notably, he spent four years as bassist and musical director for Grammy Award-winning vocalist Billy Paul.

In 2010, Jonathan relocated to New York City, where he quickly immersed himself in the city's vibrant music community. His exceptional talent and versatility led him to grace the stages of New York's top venues and collaborate with esteemed musicians and groups like Orrin Evans, The Revive Da Live Big Band, ELEW, Godwin Louis, and Laurin Talese.

As a producer, Jonathan has been involved in various projects, including his own debut album "MDR" released on Imani Records in 2018. He strongly believes in the significance of passing on musical traditions, and as a teaching artist and clinician, he has worked with esteemed institutions such as Philadelphia’s Clef Club of Jazz, Carnegie Hall, The State Department, and Experience Ayiti.

Endorsed by Lakland Basses, Jonathan Michel's passion for music and dedication to cultural preservation continue to inspire and elevate the L'Ouverture collective, making it a profound force in celebrating and promoting Haitian music and culture.Your host, Dion Parson, is an educator, composer, Grammy Award-winning performer, and bandleader. He currently resides on the island of St. Thomas and serves as the Chair of the Communication and Performing Arts Department at the University of the Virgin Islands. He is also the President of the United Jazz Foundation, which is a music education organization that mentors underprivileged kids to become musicians. His musical career has allowed him to tour internationally for over 30 years, and he has been recorded on over 80 records

Your host, Dion Parson, is an educator, composer, Grammy Award-winning performer, and bandleader. He currently resides on the island of St. Thomas and serves as the Chair of the Communication and Performing Arts Department at the University of the Virgin Islands. He is also the President of the United Jazz Foundation, which is a music education organization that mentors underprivileged kids to become musicians. His musical career has allowed him to tour internationally for over 30 years, and he has been recorded on over 90 records.

Born and raised in Waterbury, CT, Jonathan Michel's musical journey has been marked by remarkable achievements. From 2005 to 2010, he served as a first-call bassist in Philadelphia, performing alongside renowned local, national, and international artists. Notably, he spent four years as bassist and musical director for Grammy Award-winning vocalist Billy Paul. In 2010, Jonathan relocated to New York City, where he quickly immersed himself in the city's vibrant music community. His exceptional talent and versatility led him to grace the stages of New York's top venues and collaborate with esteemed musicians and groups like Orrin Evans, The Revive Da Live Big Band, ELEW, Godwin Louis, and Laurin Talese. As a producer, Jonathan has been involved in various projects, including his own debut album "MDR" released on Imani Records in 2018. He strongly believes in the significance of passing on musical traditions, and as a teaching artist and clinician, he has worked with esteemed institutions such as Philadelphia’s Clef Club of Jazz, Carnegie Hall, The State Department, and Experience Ayiti. Endorsed by Lakland Basses, Jonathan Michel's passion for music and dedication to cultural preservation continue to inspire and elevate the L'Ouverture collective, making it a profound force in celebrating and promoting Haitian music and culture.Your host, Dion Parson, is an educator, composer, Grammy Award-winning performer, and bandleader. He currently resides on the island of St. Thomas and serves as the Chair of the Communication and Performing Arts Department at the University of the Virgin Islands. He is also the President of the United Jazz Foundation, which is a music education organization that mentors underprivileged kids to become musicians. His musical career has allowed him to tour internationally for over 30 years, and he has been recorded on over 80 records Your host, Dion Parson, is an educator, composer, Grammy Award-winning performer, and bandleader. He currently resides on the island of St. Thomas and serves as the Chair of the Communication and Performing Arts Department at the University of the Virgin Islands. He is also the President of the United Jazz Foundation, which is a music education organization that mentors underprivileged kids to become musicians. His musical career has allowed him to tour internationally for over 30 years, and he has been recorded on over 90 records.