Mark Hazzard - Piano/Vocals

Mark Hazzard's piano style and vocals are always in big demand no matter > what the event or audience. Mark has played with such notable groups as the Abalone Stompers from Monterey, California to the Black Swan Classic Jazz Band from Portland, Oregon. He loves music (of all types), but his passion remains with Traditional Jazz.

Born in Frankfurt Germany, Mark’s mother observed his musical talent at > an early age and enrolled him at Sherwood Music School in Vallejo, California, at age 4. His uncle, musician Cal Tjader, encouraged him to enjoy show buisness.

At the age of 15, he had the opportunity to play with the legendary John Lee Hooker. At age 17 he was playing professionally at the River Inn in Big Sur, California. As their house pianist, he accompanied many notable jazz greats such as Pete Fountain, Jackie Coon, Bill Watrous, and Jake Stock to name a few.