About Jonathan
Pianist, music producer, nature photographer, and creator of JonSwan Productions
Bio
Jonathan graduated from Seattle Pacific University in 1995 and earned a degree in Chemistry. After college, Jonathan studied music at Portland State University. He now lives in Portland, Oregon, focusing on music and nature photography.
Jonathan enjoys home improvement projects, computer programming, practicing the piano, performing concerts with his jazz trio, hiking, working out, and kayaking.
At the Piano
Music Career
Jonathan has over 30 years of experience as a professional pianist and music producer. He has performed with his trio for public, corporate, and private events.
He has been the pianist for several Broadway musical theatre productions including Lucky Stiff, Peter and the Starcatcher, and Legally Blonde. Jonathan has also been the arranger for many independent musical theatre projects.
As a music educator, he has been an instructor for summer jazz workshops including the Hillsboro Parks and Recreation Camp Amp, the Mel Brown Jazz Camp, and various master classes.
As a music producer, Jonathan has produced commercial music that has been featured in foreign films, Showtime, HBO, VH1, and NPR. He produces and performs a wide range of styles including Pop, Electronic, Latin, Jazz, Blues, Afro-Cuban, and Classical.
Highlights
30+ Years Performing
Professional pianist performing jazz, classical, pop, and more for public, corporate, and private events.
Broadway Musicals
Pianist for productions of Lucky Stiff, Peter and the Starcatcher, and Legally Blonde.
Film & Television
Music featured on Showtime, HBO, VH1, NPR, and in foreign films.
Jazz Educator
Instructor at Camp Amp, Mel Brown Jazz Camp, and various master classes.
Nature Photography
Capturing the beauty of Pacific Northwest wildlife and landscapes.
Music Producer
Producing Pop, Electronic, Latin, Jazz, Blues, Afro-Cuban, and Classical music.
Currently
Out There Jazz Quartet
Recording and performing with the Out There Jazz Quartet.
Spirit of Grace Church
Pianist for Spirit of Grace Church in Beaverton, Oregon.
JonSwan Productions
Creating nature content, photography, and original music for members.
Photography
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