EPISODE 120 - Neal Miner

Growing up surrounded by jazz, today's guest was introduced to the music by his father, Bill Miner—a respected jazz record collector and discographer. From an early age, he absorbed the sounds of classic records, attended live performances, and studied with some of the finest teachers, shaping him into one of the most in-demand bassists on the New York City jazz scene.

With a career spanning decades, he has toured and recorded with legends like Jon Hendricks, Annie Ross, and Jane Monheit, contributing both as a bassist and arranger on multiple albums. As a leader, his six records showcase his deep musicality, compositional voice, and respect for the jazz tradition.

Whether on stage or in the classroom at The New School and City College of New York, he continues to carry the legacy of jazz forward.