Jim Beard

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jim Beard
Occupation	Pianist
Date Of Birth	Aug 26, 1960(1960-08-26)
Age	64
Country	United States
Birth City	Pennsylvania
Horoscope	Leo

Jim Beard Biography

Jim Beard is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on August 26, 1960 in Pennsylvania, United States. Jazz musician well- known for his long-running working relationships and collaborations Jazz artist known for his lengthy collaborations with Wayne Shorter, John McLaughlin, Mike Stern, Bob Berg, and others., John McLaughlin, Mike Stern, Bob Berg and many others.

He received private lessons from He took private lessons from George Shearing for many years. for a number of years.

Beard moved to New York in 1985 and became a touring member of John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra, started working relationships with Bill Evans (saxophonist) and Mike Stern and had recorded with Dave Liebman. He also began producing many successful recordings for artists such as Mike Stern, Bob Berg, Evans and Eliane Elias. In 1986 he began a working relationship with Wayne Shorter that lasted until 2000. In 1988 he became a member of John Scofield’s band and toured the world with Pat Metheny from 1992–1993.

Beard’s albums include Song of the Sun (1990) that featuring Wayne Shorter and Michael Brecker, Lost at the Carnival in 1995, Truly in 1997, Advocate in 2000, Revolutions in 2008 and Show of Hands in 2013.

His initial passions were tuba, drums and Saxophone. His parents decided to start his musical lessons with piano.

Jim Beard Net Worth

Jim Beard is one of the richest Pianist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jim Beard 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

His first tour overseas took place with The American Youth Jazz Orchestra at the age of 16.

He was a renowned figure by his peers and was referred to as the’musician’s musician’, and working alongside the likes of He became eminently respected among his fellow artists, being called the ‘musician’s musician,’ and working with the likes of John Mayer, Steely Dan, Chris Botti, and Dizzy Gillespie., Steely Dan, Chris Botti and Dizzy Gillespie..

James Arthur Beard (born August 26, 1960 in Philadelphia) is an American jazz pianist and keyboardist, composer, arranger and producer who has worked with Wayne Shorter, John McLaughlin, John Scofield, Mike Stern, Dennis Chambers and Bob Berg.

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Who is Jim Beard Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Jim Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jim Beard celebrates birthday on August 26 of every year.

Top Facts about Jim Beard

1. Jim Beard is an American jazz pianist and composer.
2. He has released several albums as a solo artist.
3. Beard has collaborated with many notable musicians, including Wayne Shorter and John McLaughlin.
4. He was a member of the band Steps Ahead in the 1980s.
5. Beard has also worked as a session musician for artists such as Steely Dan and Pat Metheny.
6. He studied at the Manhattan School of Music.
7. In addition to piano, he plays keyboards and synthesizers.
8. His music combines elements of jazz, rock, and fusion.
9. Beard has received critical acclaim for his compositions and performances.
10. He continues to be an active performer and recording artist today.