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Artist - Bruce Baker

Pianist and composer Bruce Baker leads the Bruce Baker Collective, presenting melodic contemporary acoustic jazz centered on original compositions.

Baker’s tunes begin with strong melodic ideas that unfold through unexpected turns, natural ensemble interplay, and expressive improvisation. A simple thematic idea often becomes the foundation for the entire piece, as harmony and rhythm evolve to support and elevate the melodic voice.

Rooted in the tradition of the piano trio, the ensemble forms the core of the Bruce Baker Collective while remaining flexible in instrumentation for live performances.

Audiences frequently describe the music as sophisticated yet inviting, with melodies that remain long after the performance ends.

Now Performing in two locations

Now based in San Luis Obispo, Bruce continues to perform throughout Los Angeles while expanding performances across California's Central Coast.

Featured Original Compositions by Bruce Baker

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    "Finally Home" - Melodic, immediately inviting (studio recording) 4:57
    "Finally Home" - Melodic, immediately inviting (studio recording)

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    "Chile Lime Express" - Live, Melodic, High-Energy 6:27
    "Chile Lime Express" - Live, Melodic, High-Energy
    by Bruce Baker

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    "He Asked, and She Said Yes" - Lyrical and Complex 4:09
    "He Asked, and She Said Yes" - Lyrical and Complex
    by Bruce Baker

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    "Winter's Escape" - Melodic and Depth 5:08
    "Winter's Escape" - Melodic and Depth
    by The Bruce Baker Trio

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    "Mandarin Blue" - Instrumental - Moving Ballad 6:28
    "Mandarin Blue" - Instrumental - Moving Ballad
    by Bruce Baker

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    Mandarin Blue (vocal version) - Live, Guest Vocalist Angelia Vicente 5:49
    Mandarin Blue (vocal version) - Live, Guest Vocalist Angelia Vicente
    by Bruce Baker's Altered Presence Jazz Band

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Video(s) of Live Performances

More video content of live performances will be added shortly.  The following video is the Bruce Baker Collective - Trio Format - Live At Alvas Showroom, San Pedro CA in 2024.  Videos of up-and-coming live performances in 2026 will be added soon. 

Performance Formats - Bruce Baker Collective

Press Release - Latest album

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    Grateful I Found You 4:32
    Grateful I Found You
    by Bruce Baker

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    Kim 4:13
    Kim
    by The Bruce Baker Trio

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