A collaborative pianist and soloist at Kennesaw State University, Jordan Sommer is a busy keyboard instructor, exemplified through his work with numerous students through two different instructional companies. He is recognized as an inspirational teacher, receiving positive feedback for the energy and excitement he brings to his students.
Sommer’s studies at KSU have brought numerous solo performances, weekly accompanying opportunities and increasing expertise working with singers and vocal repertoire.
His work supporting vocalists led to award-winning performances at the 2016 NATS competition and he performs regularly as pianist with both the KSU Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra.
As a campus leader, Sommer has served in multiple positions for the KSU chapter of MTNA. While serving as president, he arranged and hosted events including the 2016 Spring Recital and Winter Festival and was sponsored by the KSU School of Music to present at the statewide GMTA conference in Macon, Georgia.
Also comfortable as both composer and conductor, Sommer has created, performed and conducted his original works for solo piano, small ensembles, and full orchestra. He is a dynamic musician and teacher, committed to continually sharing the joy of making music.
