Greg Goebel was born in Oregon and began playing and composing music from an early age. Upon graduation from the University of Oregon, the school said of his achievements, “Greg has personally done more to elevate the performance level of our jazz students than any other person, graduate or undergraduate, who has attended the U of O in at least the last fifteen years.” While at the University of Oregon, Goebel received numerous awards including and award in Downbeat Magazine for Outstanding Original Composition.
Goebel then moved to Portland, OR where he has quickly become one of the most in demand pianists in the area. His musical style, rich with subtle complexities and harmonic surprises make him a distinct voice among jazz pianists today.
Goebel has recorded and toured in the United States, Canada and Europe with renowned bassist David Friesen and is a current member of the David Friesen Trio. His work with the trio can be heard on Friesen’s 2009 CD, Five and Three, and on the upcoming 2010 CD, Circle of Three.
Goebel has recorded and currently tours with singer Gino Vannelli. His contributions can be heard on the upcoming CD, The Best and Beyond.
In addition to keeping a busy schedule in Portland, Goebel has had the pleasure of performing with notable musicians such as John Handy, Dick Oatts, Bob Magnusson, John Mosca, Terrell Stafford, Alan Jones, Rebecca Kilgore, Gary Hobbs, Ron Steen and John Gross.
See more at his website, greggoebelmusic.com.
