Josh Lawrence
Josh Lawrence is a Grammy-nominated trumpeter, composer, and educator based in Philadelphia, known for his burnished tone, inventive compositions, and dynamic performances. With seven albums released on Posi-Tone Records and four Grammy nominations—including work with Orrin Evans' Captain Black Big Band and contributions to acclaimed projects—Lawrence has solidified his reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
Lawrence’s latest project, Still We Dream, offers original arrangements of works by Thelonious Monk, Frédéric Chopin, and others, blending jazz and classical traditions. The album explores themes of imagination, resilience, and a shared future, presenting a timely and timeless artistic statement.
A graduate of the University of the Arts and The Juilliard School, Lawrence studied under jazz legend Barry Harris, grounding his artistry in deep tradition while pushing musical boundaries. Currently directing Jazz Education Programs for the Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Philly, Lawrence leads initiatives that engage diverse audiences and nurture emerging talent.
Josh Lawrence is a Grammy-nominated trumpeter, composer, and educator based in Philadelphia, known for his burnished tone, inventive compositions, and dynamic performances. With seven albums released on Posi-Tone Records and four Grammy nominations—including work with Orrin Evans' Captain Black Big Band and contributions to acclaimed projects—Lawrence has solidified his reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
Lawrence’s latest project, Still We Dream, offers original arrangements of works by Thelonious Monk, Frédéric Chopin, and others, blending jazz and classical traditions. The album explores themes of imagination, resilience, and a shared future, presenting a timely and timeless artistic statement.
A graduate of the University of the Arts and The Juilliard School, Lawrence studied under jazz legend Barry Harris, grounding his artistry in deep tradition while pushing musical boundaries. Currently directing Jazz Education Programs for the Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Philly, Lawrence leads initiatives that engage diverse audiences and nurture emerging talent.