Joshua White is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer whose work bridges Western classical traditions and contemporary improvised music. He has been named a DownBeat Rising Star on keyboards in consecutive critics’ polls (2023 and 2024), marking him as one of the most compelling voices in modern jazz. Known for his rhythmic intensity, harmonic depth, and fearless improvisational approach, White has earned praise from critics and peers alike. Legendary pianist Herbie Hancock remarked, “Joshua has immense talent … I was impressed by his daring and courageous approach to improvisation on the cutting edge of innovation. He is his own man.”

Born and raised in Southern California, White began piano studies at age seven and developed a broad musical foundation encompassing classical repertoire, gospel, and Black American musical traditions. A finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition, he has since performed extensively across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. As a leader, he is best known for his trio with Karl McComas-Reichl and Tyler Kreutel, as well as his solo piano release Flora and Fauna: 9 Preludes for Solo Piano (Orenda Records, 2025). His discography also includes collaborations with Mark Dresser, Steph Richards, Dan Rosenboom, Jason Robinson, and other leading voices in contemporary creative music.

Critics have highlighted White’s “demonstrative, percussive” pianism (DownBeat), noting a style that blends physical intensity with harmonic sophistication and expansive improvisational language. In addition to his performance and recording career, White is a dedicated music educator, having served as a mentor for jazz ensembles at California State University, Northridge, and as a faculty artist with the Stanford Jazz Workshop. Active as a performer, recording artist, and educator, Joshua White continues to contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of contemporary jazz and improvised music.

“Flora and Fauna:
9 Preludes for Solo Piano”

The highly anticipated solo album
from pianist / composer
JOSHUA WHITE

Now available on
-Orenda Records-

-SELECTED DISCOGRAPHY-

-UPCOMING PERFORMANCES-

April 18, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

April 24, 2026
-8:00pm-
La Jolla Community Center

Joshua White Trio

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

La Jolla Community Center
6811 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA
Website:
ljcommunitycenter.org

April 29, 2026
-8:00pm-
Panama 66

Gilbert Castellanos Quintet

Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet
Christopher Hollyday, alto sax
Joshua White, piano
Rob Thorsen, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Panama 66
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Website:
panama66.com

May 05, 2026
-7:00pm-
Sam First

Eric Revis plays CHARLES MINGUS

Eric Revis, bass
Teodross Avery, tenor saxophone
Dan Rosenboom, trumpet
Joshua White, piano
Clarence Penn, drums


Sam First
6171 W Century Blvd #180, Los Angeles
Website:
samfirstbar.com

May 06, 2026
-8:00pm-
Panama 66

Gilbert Castellanos Quintet

Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet
Christopher Hollyday, alto sax
Joshua White, piano
Rob Thorsen, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Panama 66
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Website:
panama66.com

May 13, 2026
-8:00pm-
Panama 66

Gilbert Castellanos Quintet

Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet
Christopher Hollyday, alto sax
Joshua White, piano
Rob Thorsen, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Panama 66
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Website:
panama66.com

May 15, 2026
-7:00pm-
The Jazz Lounge

HM3

Joshua White, piano
Harley Magsino, bass
Kevin Higuchi, drums

The Jazz Lounge
6818 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
thejazzlounge.live

May 20, 2026
-8:00pm-
Panama 66

Gilbert Castellanos Quintet

Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet
Christopher Hollyday, alto sax
Joshua White, piano
Rob Thorsen, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Panama 66
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Website:
panama66.com

May 23, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

May 27, 2026
-8:00pm-
Panama 66

Gilbert Castellanos Quintet

Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet
Christopher Hollyday, alto sax
Joshua White, piano
Rob Thorsen, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Panama 66
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Website:
panama66.com

June 6, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Lori Bell & The Modern Line Project

Lori Bell, flutes
Brian Levy, tenor sax
Joshua White, piano
John Urban, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

June 7, 2026
-5:00pm-
Tio Leo’s

Joshua White Trio

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Tio Leo’s
5302 Napa St, San Diego, CA
Website:
tioleos.com

June 20, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio+1

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Josh Moore, guitar

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

July 18, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio+2

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Josh Moore, guitar
Brian Levy, tenor sax

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

August 13, 2026
-7:00pm-
Jazz @ The Merc

Joshua White Trio

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

The Merc
42051 Main St, Temecula, CA
Website:
temeculatheater.org

August 15, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio+2

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Josh Moore, guitar
Brian Levy, tenor sax

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

August 21, 2026
-7:00pm-
The Jazz Lounge

Joshua White Quintet

Joshua White, piano
….., tenor sax
….., trumpet
….., bass
….., drums

The Jazz Lounge
6818 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
thejazzlounge.live

September 12, 2026
-8:00pm-
Dizzy’s San Diego

Joshua White Trio+2

Joshua White, piano
Luke Little, bass
Tyler Kreutel, drums

Josh Moore, guitar
Brian Levy, tenor sax

Dizzy’s
1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
dizzysjazz.com (CASH ONLY)

September 18, 2026
-7:00pm-
The Jazz Lounge

Joshua White Quintet

Joshua White, piano
….., tenor sax
….., trumpet
….., bass
….., drums

The Jazz Lounge
6818 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
thejazzlounge.live

October 16, 2026
-7:00pm-
The Jazz Lounge

Joshua White Quintet

Joshua White, piano
….., tenor sax
….., trumpet
….., bass
….., drums

The Jazz Lounge
6818 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
thejazzlounge.live

November 12, 2026
-7pm / 9pm-
Lou Lou’s
Jonathan Karrant Quartet

Jonathan Karrant, vocals
Joshua White, piano
Justin Grinnell, bass
Julien Cantelm, drums

Lou Lou's
2223 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA
Website:
jonathankarrant.com

November 20, 2026
-7:00pm-
The Jazz Lounge

Joshua White Quintet

Joshua White, piano
….., tenor sax
….., trumpet
….., bass
….., drums

The Jazz Lounge
6818 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Website:
thejazzlounge.live