Mark Wade

 Jazz Recording Project 

Mark Wade, a member of the Double Bass Faculty, has been awarded The Clifford-Levy Creativity Grant to fund an upcoming jazz recording project. Mark, who has been an influential presence in both the NYC jazz and classical music scenes for over 20 years, is preparing a new album with his jazz piano trio. The album will feature nine arrangements inspired by classical compositions, blending classical and jazz elements to create innovative vehicles for improvisation. Works such as Chopin’s Prelude in D Minor and Gorecki’s Symphony No. 3 will serve as the foundation for this unique project. Mark’s previous albums, including Event Horizon and Moving Day, have received international acclaim, and this new project is poised to further elevate his career. The funds requested will support the significant costs of recording and releasing the album.