Thomas Reilly

Thomas Reilly is an award winning multi-instrumentalist and composer from Bernardsville, New Jersey. Playing in rock bands since the age of twelve, Thomas’ passion for music has taken him through many styles. In 2021, he received his Bachelor’s of Music in Composition from Rowan University, during which he studied classical and jazz performance on drumset, vibraphone and piano, as well as classical and jazz composition. Thomas received the 2019 New Jersey Jazz Society Young Artist scholarship for his endeavors in jazz performance. Continuing his studies, Thomas received his Master’s of Music in Jazz Composition and Arranging from the University of North Texas in 2023. While at the University of North Texas, he played and recorded with the GRAMMY- nominated One o’Clock Lab Band.

Through his studies in Texas, Thomas shared the stage with jazz luminaries such as Miguel Zenon, Kurt Elling, and Allison Miller. He also had the privilege to play at the Denton Arts and Jazz Festival in 2021 and 2022, which sees over 200,000 attendees annually.

Thomas is currently based in New Jersey and regularly performs throughout the East Coast, leading his trio and quartet.

Awards

New Jersey Jazz Society Young Artist Award

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