Whether tearing it up on stage or laying it down in the studio, professional pianist and composer Adam Bodine thrives in a variety of roles and realms. A diligent bandleader and creative arranger, Adam’s expressive authenticity especially comes to life through his eclectic original instrumental music. A remarkably versatile and accomplished sideman as well, Bodine is super active across a diverse range of scenes and communities.

Adam Bodine’s prolific and expanding discography as a bandleader reflects his own evolution and prevailing curiosity as an artist. Over the last decade, he’s cranked out an impressive array of original material. Featuring colorful mixtures of instrumentation and dozens of world-class musicians, Bodine’s genre-bending work playfully intermingles a compelling synergy of jazz, classical, rock, funk, folk, and then some. From epic cinematic journeys to whimsical ditties, Bodine’s tunes weave evocative musical narratives that can warm the heart and tickle the imagination.

Undeniable is Adam’s natural musicality and his joy of playing live, which paired with his charmingly droll sense of humor, can treat audiences to unique and memorable experiences. Particularly throughout his home state of Colorado, the charismatic pianist has been elevating his craft and cultivating a substantial performance résumé that includes scores of venerable venues, festivals, and renowned concert appearances alike. Along with continued success as a main act, various Bodine led ensembles have shined in a slew of supportive slots, having the honor of sharing the marquee with some music heavyweights such as Robert Glasper, The Bad Plus, Christian McBride, Ron Miles, Charlie Hunter, Ravi Coltrane, Sean Jones, Eddie Gomez, Pancho Sanchez, Stanton Moore, George Porter Jr., Adam Deitch, Rudy Royston, Scott Amendola, Brian Haas, Erik Deutsch, and Melvin Seals.

Outside of his own projects, Adam Bodine maintains a busy calendar as a sideman. A chameleon on the keys, his tasteful ability to complement any situation and unselfishly serve the music continues to help broaden and advance his career. Over the past decade, Adam has racked up thousands of performances with hundreds of groups, playing alongside some of the best in the biz, including numerous Grammy winners and nominees. He’s also subbed with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, as well as accompanied an assortment of musicals, dance troupes, improv comedy, and silent films. A go-to studio session musician, Bodine is regularly recruited for a variety of recording work.

Extra cool, Adam plays in the house band at eTown, the illustrious and nationally syndicated live radio show out of Boulder hosted by Nick Forster. In recent times with eTown, Adam has performed with a whole bunch of popular artists including Rufus Wainwright, City and Colour, The Infamous Stringdusters, Gregory Alan Isakov, Feist, Rickie Lee Jones, Anders Osborne, Sarah Jarosz, Madison Cunningham, Bruce Cockburn, Del McCoury, Peter Rowan, The Milk Carton Kids, The Secret Sisters, The War and Treaty, Allison Russell, John Craigie, Daniel Rodriguez, Ron Sexsmith, Shovels and Rope, Calexico, Langhorne Slim, Abraham Alexander, Greyhounds, Buffalo Nichols, S.G. Goodman, The Ballroom Thieves, Mmeadows, Peter One, Hurray for the Riff Riff, Charlie Parr, Darrell Scott, Steve Poltz, Leif Vollebekk, Jose Gonzalez, Trevor Hall, James McMurtry, Matt Pond PA, Dan Mangan, Valerie June, Dom Flemons, The Steeldrivers, The California Honeydrops, Miko Marks, Early James, Ruthie Foster, Cedric Burnside, Tyler Ramsey & Carl Broemel, Katie Pruitt, Theo Lawrence, Brett Dennen, Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Robyn Hitchcock, Marfa, Matt Butler/Everyone Orchestra, Dean Johnson, Billie Marten, Ocie Elliott, Ásgeir, Fruit Bats, Courtney Marie Andrews, Los Lobos, Hiss Golden Messenger, and more.

As a music educator, Adam Bodine enjoys connecting with music makers of all ages and skill levels. He’s worked at a multitude of workshops, camps, schools, and universities. Currently a faculty member at Parlando Music School in Boulder, Adam also teaches privately out of his home studio.

An alum to Colorado State University, Adam earned a bachelor’s degree in Art History. His senior thesis was on David Byrne. Another source of inspiration, Adam credits a lot of his post-college musical development to the great pianist, composer, and mentor Art Lande, with whom he has studied with for years.