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Vocalist Deirdre Jennings joined Greg on piano to provide music for a memorial service in May 2023.

Sitting in at Liz Fixen’s monthly jam session at Terra Cafe in Baltimore. Held on the fourth Sunday of every month, this session always attracts great players from all over.

Members of the Prince George’s Community College jazz faculty performed for Video Game Music Live in April of 2023, an event at PGCC featuring music from video games performed by a variety of ensembles. The group included Benny Russell (saxophone), Reginald Cyntje (trombone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Keith Umbach (drums).

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance performed a concert for kids at the Rosedale Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library in April of 2022. The concert featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Benny Russell (sax), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a Jazz for Kids program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Hereford Branch) in April of 2023. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

In April of 2023, Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church to play for Easter Sunday with organist Sheila Slade-Lee, the Ashland Chancel Choir, and the Ashland Praise band.

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a Jazz for Kids program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Woodlawn Branch) in April of 2023. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a Jazz for Kids program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Pikesville Branch) in April of 2023. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Bassist Phil Ravita was accompanied by Greg Small (piano), and Keith Umbach (drums) on a lecture-recital at the College Music Society Annual Conference at Prince George’s Community College.

In March of 2023, Greg began teaching piano and trumpet full-time at Music and Arts through their Ellicott City, Laurel, and Timonium locations.

Ravita Jazz performed a pre-release concert in March of 2023 at An die Musik celebrating their new recording, Oriana, available later in the spring. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Nucleo Vega [drums], Benny Russell [saxophone], Mark Leppo [vibes, auxiliary percussion])

Greg joined members of the Prince George’s Community College Jazz Faculty (Phil Ravita [bass], Keith Umbach [drums]) to perform a concert of jazz standards in February of 2023.

Ravita Jazz, after their February 2023 Takoma Station performance promoting the upcoming release of their latest recording, Oriana. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [saxophone], Mark Leppo [drums], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Phil Ravita [bass])

Ravita Jazz performed to a packed house at Takoma Station in February of 2023 to celebrate the upcoming release of Oriana, their newest recording. The group featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Mark Leppo (drums).

In February of 2023, Ravita Jazz performed a pre-release concert at Washington DC’s Takoma Station to celebrate the upcoming release of Oriana, their newest recording. The lineup featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Mark Leppo (drums).

Ravita Jazz performed its annual Valentine’s show at An die Musik in February of 2023. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Phil Ravita [bass], Mark Leppo [drums], Benny Russell [saxophone])

Ravita Jazz performed its annual Valentine's show at An die Musik in February of 2023. The group featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Mark Leppo (drums).

Ravita Jazz performed its annual Valentine’s show at An die Musik in February of 2023. The performance featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Mark Leppo (drums).

Vocalist Judith Geller joined Greg to perform at a private event in Baltimore to close out a very busy January 2023.

Ravita Jazz kicked off 2023 with a January performance at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg MD. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Mark Leppo [vibraphone, auxiliary percussion], Benny Russell [saxophone])

Greg performed at the Wharf in Washington DC for a corporate function in January 2023.

Saxophonist Steve Scheinberg and bassist Gary Kerner joined Greg to perform at the Liriodendron Mansion for a private event in January of 2023.

Greg joined bassist Phil Ravita to perform for a private New Year’s Eve party at the Liriodendron Mansion to close out a very busy 2022.

Greg joined trombonist Christian Hizon, organist Mark Hurley (not pictured) and vocalist Cassidy McGinty (not pictured) to provide music for a 2022 Christmas Eve service at Maryland Presbyterian Church.

Greg provided piano music for a lessons and carols service at Babcock Presbyterian Church in December 2022. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Rev. Glen Misick, Steve Scheinberg [bass-baritone soloist], Pete Lawson [trumpet])

Bassist Gary Kerner, Saxophonist/Vocalist Steve Scheinberg, and Greg performed at a private Christmas party in December 2022.

Ravita Jazz (Phil Ravita [bass], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Greg Small [piano]) performed “A Jazzy Christmas” at An die Musik in December 2022.

Ravita Jazz (left to right; Phil Ravita [bass], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Greg Small [piano]) performed “A Jazzy Christmas” at An die Musik in December 2022.

Performing for a private party outside of Washington DC in November 2022.

Greg returned to Maryland Presbyterian Church to play for Sunday worship on a beautiful fall afternoon in 2022.

Greg performed at Tabrizi’s, located on Baltimore’s scenic Inner Harbor, a set of jazz standards with Matthew George (bass, far right)), Lauren Slinny (drums, second from right), with one of his adult piano students, Jeriah McDowell (far left), sitting in for a few tunes.

Ravita Jazz performed a set of jazz standards by trailblazers of the art form as part of Free Fall Baltimore 2022. The An die Musik Performance featured (left to right) Nucleo Vega (drums), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Benny Russell (drums).

Ravita Jazz performed a set of jazz standards by trailblazers of the art form as part of Free Fall Baltimore 2022. The An die Musik performance featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Benny Russell laying down saxophone parts at Omega Recording Studios in October 2022 for City Lights, the debut album of Ravita Jazz. Phil Ravita (left) and recording engineer Jim Curtis (right) look on.

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church to play for Sunday worship on pleasant fall afternoon in 2022.

Ravita Jazz performed at the 2022 Art in the Park festival in Severna Park MD. The annual event was hosted by Cafe Mezzanote and sponsored by Jazz Beyond Borders. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [saxophone], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums]

Greg accompanied Rebeca Enloe and her flute students in a September 2022 studio recital.

Sunset Sessions Harborside, with Matthew George (bass) and Lauren Slinny (drums), September 2022.

Sunset Sessions Harborside, September 2022. Greg joined vocalist Judith Geller, bassist Matthew George, and drummer Lauren Slinny for an evening of busking at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.

Ravita Jazz at Omega Recording Studios, August 2022. (left to right; Nucleo Vega [drums], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Mark Leppo [vibraphone, auxiliary percussion]

The Steinway at Omega Recording Studios. The lineup for the latest session of Ravita Jazz in August 2022 featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), Nucleo Vega (drums), and Mark Leppo (vibraphone, auxiliary percussion)

The mixing board at Omega Recording Studios. The lineup for the latest session of Ravita Jazz in August 2022 featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), Nucleo Vega (drums), and Mark Leppo (vibraphone, auxiliary percussion).

Greg joined Ravita Jazz at Omega Recording Studios in August 2022 to make a recording of standards and originals. The session’s lineup featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), Nucleo Vega (drums), and Mark Leppo (vibraphone, auxiliary percussion).

Maryland Presbyterian Church invited Greg to provide piano music in August 2022 for a weekly Sunday service.

Greg performed with the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble in August of 2022 in DC at the Ronald Reagan Building’s Woodrow Wilson Plaza. As part of the Live! Concert Series on the Plaza lineup, the group played music from its debut recording, Jagged Spaces. (left to right; Dave Wilson [saxophone, subbing for Benny Russell], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums], Skip Grasso [guitar], Greg Small [piano])

Greg played at Ashland Presbyterian Church in August 2022 for a service celebrating the life of Peggy Paterson.

Sunset Sessions Harborside, with Trey Kulp (guitar), Matthew George (drums), and Lauren Slinny (drums), August 2022.

Greg joined bassist Phil Ravita (center) and drummer Nucleo Vega (right) to perform for a private event at the Congressional Country Club in July of 2022.

Greg returned to Towson Presbyterian Church to provide piano music for a service in July 2022.

Private event with Adam Wines (guitar) and Andres Ferguson (drums) at a residence in Gambrills MD.

Joining vocalist Lindsay Nuesca, Greg provided piano music for a July 2022 service at Towson Presbyterian Church celebrating the life of Jane Messimer.

Sunset Sessions Harborside, Summer 2022, featuring Greg with Matthew George (bass) and Lauren Slinny (drums).

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance performed at the 2022 Havre de Grace Jazz & Blues Fest, joining an illustrious lineup of artists including Gunhild Carling and Felix Pastorious. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [saxophone], Russell Hayward [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Rhonda Robinson [vocals, flute])

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance (Rhonda Robinson [vocals, flute], Benny Russell [saxophone], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], and Russell Hayward [drums] joined a stellar lineup of artists for the 2022 Havre de Grace Blues & Jazz Fest.

In June of 2022, Saxophonist Steve Scheinberg and bassist Gary Kerner joined Greg to play for an event at St. Margaret Parish in Bel Air MD..

In May of 2022, Greg performed with bassist Phil Ravita and drummer Nucleo Vega for a private event at the historic Equitable Building in New York City.

New card, May 2022. Same bag of tricks!

The Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a third “Jazz for Kids” program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Owings Mills) in April of 2022. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Eric Heavner (trumpet) Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

The Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a second “Jazz for Kids” program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Towson) in April of 2022. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter in 2022. (left to right; Reverend Shannon Weston, Greg Small, Organist Sheila Slade-Lee)

The Baltimore Jazz Alliance presented a “Jazz for Kids” program at the Baltimore County Public Library (Woodlawn) in April of 2022. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Bob Jacobson (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Greg at a private event in March of 2022.

Prince George’s Community College Jazz Faculty Recital

Prince George’s Community College Faculty Jazz Recital, March 2022 (Reginald Cyntje [trombone], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Keith Umbach [drums])

Greg performed for a private event at the Baltimore Museum of Industry in March of 2022.

The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble performed at Prince George’s Community College in February of 2022, showcasing selections from the group’s debut album, Jagged Spaces. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Benny Russell [saxophone], Skip Grasso [guitar]

In February of 2022, the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble returned to the College of Southern Maryland, performing on the Ward Virts concert series. The performance featured music from the group’s debut album, Jagged Spaces, and featured Skip Grasso (guitar), Benny Russell (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

The Ravita Jazz Group performed at Baltimore’s historic An die Musik in February of 2022, presenting a Valentine’s program, “Songs of Peace and Love.” (left to right; Benny Russell [saxophone], Greg Small [piano], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Nucleo Vega [drums/percussion], Mark Leppo [drums/percussion], Phil Ravita [bass]

Promotional flyer for a Valentine’s concert by the Ravita Jazz Group.

Ravita Jazz performed a program of holiday music at Baltimore’s historic An die Musik to finish out 2021. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass]

Henry Wong always goes the extra mile to make performers and audiences feel welcome at An die Musik. This performance by Ravita Jazz closed out 2021 and featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

To finish out 2021, Greg joined Ravita Jazz to perform a program of holiday music at Baltimore’s historic An die Musik. The concert featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Greg returned to Babcock Presbyterian Church to record music with vocalist Jean Blair for Christmas of 2021.

The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble performed in Washington DC at Takoma Station in November of 2021. The performance featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

The stage at the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble’s performance in Washington DC at Takoma Station in November of 2021. The performance featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Greg at the keyboard before a Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble performance in November 2021 at Washington DC’s Takoma Station. The performance featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble performed at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg MD in November of 2021. The performance featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

In October of 2021, Greg performed in a concert at Prince George’s Community College featuring jazz faculty members Phil Ravita (bass) and Keith Umbach (drums).

Greg joined the Phil Ravita Jazz Group as part of the 2021 Free Fall Baltimore festival.

Greg joined the Phil Ravita Jazz Group in October of 2021 as part of the annual Free Fall Baltimore festival in a concert of peace and love. The An die Musik performance featured Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), Nucleo Vega (drums and percussion), and Mark Leppo (drums and percussion).

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance performed a concert for kids at North Bend Elementary/Middle School in September of 2021. (left to right; Benny Russell [sax], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Rhonda Robinson [vocals, flute], Greg Herron [drums])

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance gave a performance in September of 2021 at North Bend Elementary/Middle School featuring music, Q+A, and an instrument petting zoo.

The University of Maryland, in conjunction with Riverdale Park Arts, sponsored a concert series in the summer of 2021 that trumpeter Chris Gekker and Greg were slated to play. Unfortunately, the concert was canceled due to inclement weather.

Greg performed with the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble in September of 2021 in DC at the Ronald Reagan Building’s Woodrow Wilson Plaza. As part of the Live! Concert Series on the Plaza lineup, the group played music from its debut recording, Jagged Spaces. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [sax], Phil Ravita [bass], Skip Grasso [guitar], Nucleo Vega [drums])

Members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance gave a live streamed concert for kids sponsored by the Baltimore County Public Library in May of 2021. The concert featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Bob Jacobson (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

Greg joined the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble in an encore album release performance in May of 2021 to promote Jagged Spaces, the group’s debut recording of all original music. The live streamed performance at An die Musik featured Benny Russell (saxophone), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vege (drums).

A promotional flyer for a Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble performance at An die Musik in May of 2021.

In April of 2021, Greg joined members of the Prince George’s Community College jazz faculty in a live stream concert featuring a program of standards. The performance featured Reginald Cyntje (trombone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Keith Umbach (drums).

In March of 2021, Scott Beard unexpectedly passed away. Dr. Beard was an early supporter of Greg’s piano playing, always happy to talk shop, even letting him know the worst-kept secret in the music department, that his office was kept unlocked at night for his piano students to be able to practice on either one of two impeccably maintained grands. Greg was thrilled that Dr. Beard agreed to accompany his senior recital back in 2001 and learned so much playing with him. Rest in peace to one of the greats.

In early February of 2021, Greg joined members of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance to perform a live stream children’s concert sponsored by the Baltimore County Public Library in celebration of Black History Month. The performance featured Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Greg Thompkins (saxophone), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums).

To kick off 2021, Greg performed with the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble in a concert celebrating the release of Jagged Spaces, the group’s debut recording. Consisting of all original music, the recording has received positive reviews from the Baltimore Jazz Alliance, Contemporary Fusion Reviews, the Midwest Record, and others. The performance featured Benny Russell (sax), Skip Grasso, (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums). Find out more at grasso-ravitajazzensemble.com

Greg was thrilled to be on Jagged Spaces, the debut recording of the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble (Benny Russell [sax], Skip Grasso, [guitar], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], and Nucleo Vega [drums]. Released in January of 2021, the recording features all original music by members of the group. Find out more at grasso-ravitajazzensemble.com

Greg joined guitarist James Byrne and bassist Matthew George in November of 2020 for an evening of jazz at Trinacria Cafe in Baltimore’s historic Mt. Vernon district.

In October of 2020, Greg provided piano music for a private event at the historic Sulgrave Club in Washington DC.

Greg joined the Phil Ravita Jazz Group at An Die Musik to perform as part of the 2020 Free Fall Baltimore festival, performing a set featuring works by Claude Bolling, Morton Gould, and Django Reinhardt. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [clarinet], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Skip Grasso [guitar])

The Baltimore County Public Library hosted a jazz for kids concert live streamed in the early fall of 2020. Greg joined Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute), Bob Jacobson (sax), Phil Ravita (bass), and Russell Hayward (drums) performing a mix of jazz standards and children’s music.

A promotional flyer Greg released in the fall of 2020.

Greg joined trombonist Reginald Cyntje, bassist Phil Ravita, and drummer Keith Umbach in a performance at Prince George’s Community College celebrating the retirement of college president Dr. Charlene Dukes in the summer of 2020.

In August of 2020, Greg joined the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble to perform a mix of live streamed original music and jazz standards. (left to right; Benny Russell [sax], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Skip Grasso [guitar], Greg Small [piano])

The live stream setup at An die Musik for broadcasting Greg’s performance with the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble in the summer of 2020.

The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble kept Greg busy at the end of summer 2020 with a live stream performance at An Die Musik featuring original music by members of the band. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Skip Grasso [guitar], Benny Russell [sax], Phil Ravita [bass])

The unusual times of isolation provided Greg the opportunity to tackle the challenge of piano tuning in the spring and summer of 2020.

During the coronavirus pandemic, in the spring of 2020, Greg began teaching remotely out of his home, connecting with piano and trumpet students via the Zoom app.

Greg recorded music several weeks before Easter at Ashland Presbyterian Church along with organist Sheila Slade-Lee, helping to create a remote service during the coronavirus pandemic. http://www.ashlandpc.org/online-easter-worship/

A Dampp-Chaser installation on Greg’s home piano should hopefully keep the instrument in tune with reliable consistency.

The Colombiere Jesuit Community of Roland Park invited Greg to perform trumpet and piano music for a private event to kick off 2020.

Greg joined organist Lynn Trapp, harpist Jasmine Hogan, and the Saint Joseph Schola for Christmas Eve Masses in 2019.

Returning to Babcock Presbyterian Church for several Sundays to accompany choir and congregation in both traditional and contemporary worship music was a wonderful way to finish out 2019 and bring in the new year.

Saxophonist/vocalist Steve Scheinberg and bassist Tom Hensler joined Greg to perform holiday music at a private event in 2019.

Greg joined a fantastic brass quartet to perform at an Advent Service in 2019 at Govans Presbyterian Church. (left to right; Wes Ballenger, Carmen Russo, Kevin Paul, myself. Not pictured; organist Deborah Woods, Govans Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir)

Performing with the Phil Ravita Jazz Group for the final time in 2019 at a private holiday event. (left to right; Caesar Ulsano (cornet), Phil Ravita (bass), Skip Grasso (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Nucleo Vega (drums)

Greg performed on Phil Ravita’s faculty recital at Prince George’s Community College in November of 2019.

Greg joined the Phil Ravita Jazz Group for the 2019 Free Fall Baltimore festival, performing a concert at An Die Musik celebrating the music of the legendary Nat “King” Cole. (left to right; Greg Small (piano), Nucleo Vega (drums), Deirdre Jennings (vocals), Phil Ravita (bass)

The Phil Ravita Jazz Group (Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums] performed a tribute to the legendary Nat “King” Cole in October of 2019.

Greg performed at a wedding reception on the scenic Severn River in the fall of 2019.

In the late summer of 2019, Greg joined the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble on a debut recording of all original music at Wright Way Studios. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Skip Grasso [guitar], Benny Russell [sax], Phil Ravita [bass]

The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble (Benny Russell [sax], Skip Grasso [guitar], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums]) recorded a debut of all original music in September 2019 at Wright Way Studios in Baltimore.

Greg returned to Jesuits Colombiere (Roland Park) in 2019 to play a set of music for trumpet and piano featuring selections from the Great American Songbook.

A summer rehearsal for the September 2019 debut recording of all original music by the Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble The lineup for the project includes Benny Russell (sax), Greg Small (piano), Skip Grasso (guitar), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church in August of 2019, performing in a service featuring the piano music of Bach, Paradies, and others.

Jazz One took the “Happening Now” show to An Die Musik in the summer of 2019, performing a concert of all-original music before an enthusiastic hometown crowd.

Greg served as the Interim Pianist at Babcock Presbyterian Church in the summer of 2019, accompanying choir and congregation in services featuring both contemporary and traditional worship music.

Returning to Ashland Presbyterian in June of 2019, Greg played in a service featuring the music of Handel, Bourgeois, and others.

Jazz One performed on the Ward Virts Concert Series at the College of Southern Maryland in the spring of 2019, giving a concert featuring original music by members of the group. (left to right; Skip Grasso [guitar], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums], Greg Small [piano], Benny Russell [sax])

Greg provided piano and trumpet music for the soundtrack to Emmy-winning director Richard Chisolm’s 2019 documentary “Gun Show.” Featuring the original music of Austin Caughlin and performances by Ellen Cherry (vocals and cello), the film explores the thought-provoking work of sculptor David Hess and the conversations it has helped to facilitate.

In the spring of 2019, Greg performed with the Prince George’s Community College jazz faculty (Phil Ravita, bass; Keith Umbach, drums) in a concert featuring standards from the Great American Songbook.

Greg returned in 2019 for his 18th consecutive Easter at Ashland Presbyterian, performing with organist Sheila Slade-Lee, choir, and contemporary team.

The Baltimore Jazz Consortium performed at Edenwald Retirement Community’s concert series in the spring of 2019, performing music from the Great American Songbook. (left to right; Greg Small (piano), Greg Thompkins (sax), Shawn Simon (bass), Chuck Ferrell (drums)

Rest in Peace, Chris Vadala. In 2006, Chris accepted Greg into the jazz studies graduate program at the University of Maryland, spearheading an enormously productive phase of his development. Getting to share the stage with Chris several times in the years following graduation was a highlight for Greg, and he will be forever grateful for being taken under the wing of this Grammy-winning legend.

On Christmas Eve 2018, Greg returned to play trumpet at Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church along with the Saint Joseph Schola, organist Lynn Trapp, and harpist Jasmine Hogan.

Greg joined the PGCC Jazz Faculty in a concert featuring standards from the Great American Songbook to finish out the Fall 2018 semester.

Jazz One presented a concert of standards from the Great American Songbook to finish out the Fall 2019 semester at the College of Southern Maryland. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Phil Ravita [bass], Caesar Ulsano [trumpet})

Greg was honored to play piano and trumpet in a service celebrating the life of Jack Mier, a mentor and supporter from early on. Joining him were vocalists Colynn Furgason and Cara Achterberg.

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church to play piano in a service incorporating jazz standards with traditional music. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Chuck Ferrell [drums], Greg Thompkins [sax], Jeff Reed [bass])

In the fall of 2018, Greg performed at Govans Presbyterian Church for the first time along with organist Deborah Woods.

Jazz One returned to An Die Musik Live to perform at the 2018 Free Fall Baltimore Festival, performing a program of standards from the Great American Songbook.

In the summer of 2018, Greg had the opportunity to record piano and trumpet parts for the soundtrack to Emmy-winning director Richard Chisolm’s most recent documentary, “Gun Show.” Featuring the original music of Austin Caughlin and performances by Ellen Cherry (vocals and cello), the film explores the thought-provoking work of sculptor David Hess and the conversations it has helped to facilitate.

In the summer of 2018, Greg provided piano and trumpet music at Jesuits Colombiere for a gathering of retired Jesuit Priests.

Greg played with a fantastic brass quartet for the National Association of Pastoral Musicians 41st Annual Convention in July of 2018. (left to right; Guy McIntosh [trumpet], Greg Small [trumpet], Christian Hizon [trombone], Amanda Holmes [trombone])

Greg provided piano music at Jesuits Colombiere in June of 2018 for a gathering of the most interesting Jesuit Priests you could ever hope to meet.

In June of 2018, Greg played piano at the Westminster Flower and Jazz Festival in a big band setting featuring arrangements from the Grammy-winning Charlie Parker tribute group Supersax.

Horns of Plenty, 2018 edition.

Greg joined the stage with Jazz One in April of 2018 at Prince George’s Community College, presenting the music of Ella Fitzgerald to an enthusiastic audience. (left to right; Nucleo Vega [drums], Greg Small [piano], Deirdre Jennings [vox], Phil Ravita [bass], Tim Powell [sax])

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter 2018, performing with organist Sheila Slade-Lee and the Ashland Chancel Choir.

Greg accompanied vocalists Colynn LaBerge Furgason and Cara Achterberg in a service at Mercy Ridge Retirement Community celebrating the life of Beverly Mier in February of 2018.

At a rehearsal for the 2018 Westminster Flower and Jazz Festival, where Greg played in a big band set featuring arrangements from the Grammy-winning Charlie Parker tribute group Supersax.

Greg played at Jesuits Colombiere for the first time on New Year’s Eve 2017, providing trumpet and piano music for a group of retired Jesuit Priests.

Greg returned to Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church to play trumpet along with organist Lynn Trapp, harpist Peggy Houng, and the Saint Joseph Schola for 2017 Christmas Eve Masses celebrated by Archbishop Lori.

In December of 2017, Greg laid down a few demo tracks with Phil Ravita (bass) for vocalist Deirdre Jennings.

Greg joined the stage with Jazz One for a performance of the “Jazz On the Record” show at An die Musik Live, celebrating the 100 year anniversary of recorded jazz. (left to right; Phil Ravita [bass], Tim Powell [sax], Deirdre Jennings [vox], Greg Small [piano], Ray Disney [trumpet], Nucleo Vega [drums])

Greg joined organist Deborah Woods at Havenwood Presbyterian Church in October 2017 for a service of trumpet music celebrating the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation.

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Greg joined Jazz One for a concert celebrating the 100th anniversary of recorded jazz. The lineup featured Tim Powell (sax), Ray Disney (guitar), Greg Small (piano), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Between the fall of 2002 and the fall of 2017, Greg taught close to 30,000 lessons at Music and Arts, a tally which is rising to this day.

In September of 2017, Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church along with organist Sheila Slade Lee in a service including the trumpet music of Charpentier, Handel, and others.

In August of 2017, Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church, playing piano in a service featuring the music of Bach, Scriabin, and others.

In July of 2017, Music and Arts held a “Pointers for Players” clinic hosted by Greg and trombonist Amanda Holmes.

Greg answers questions at a “Pointers for Players” clinic hosted by Music and Arts in July of 2017.

Greg joined saxophonist Julian Brezon at an open mic night hosted by Music and Arts in July of 2017.

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian in July of 2017, playing piano in a service featuring music by the Arioso Wind Quintet.

Jazz One, after a swinging concert paying tribute to the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. (left to right; Phil Ravita [bass], Mark Leppo [drums], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Greg Small [piano])

A 1997 graduate of Towson High School, Greg provided a bit of entrance music for the Towson High School After Prom Party in 2017.

Horns of Plenty, 2017 edition.

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter 2017, performing with organist Matthew Hart.

Greg returned to Saint Clare Parish in 2017, performing with organist Jim Hemling for an Easter Vigil.

Greg’s trumpet collection. Bach Stradivarius Bb and C, Stomvi Elite Eb/D, Yamaha YTR-9835 Bb/A Piccolo Trumpet.

Frequenting jam sessions at local Baltimore establishments is a large part of Greg’s growth process, and Baltimore is filled to the brim with great players.

In early 2017, Greg participated in an impromptu reading session of brass ensemble music, sitting in with a great group of retired military musicians, educators, and freelancers.

Greg joined The Antebellum Marine Band to perform “Christmas Music for the Lincolns, 1864” in a period concert at the Glenwood 50+ Center in 2016. (left to right; John Schmitt [trumpet], Paul Swenson [french horn], Kenneth J. Serfass [tuba], Kyle Russell [trombone], Greg Small [trumpet])

Greg returned to Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church in 2016 to play trumpet for Christmas Eve Masses along with organist Lynn Trapp, harpist Peggy Houng, and the Saint Joseph Schola.

Juggling piano and trumpet has remained a hallmark of Greg’s musical existence from the very beginning.

An arrangement of “Good King Wenceslas,” featuring text for all five verses Greg was teaching to one of his piano students. A beautiful message.

In the fall of 2016, Greg joined the Notre Dame of Maryland University Concert Choir (directed by Stephen Harouff) in a convocation to open the school year.

Greg joined Jazz One to perform a sold-out Ella Fitzgerald tribute concert at Free Fall Baltimore, 2016. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass], Deirdre Jennings [vocals], Tim Powell [saxophone], Nucleo Vega [drums])

Greg performed a sold-out Ella Fitzgerald tribute concert with Jazz One at Free Fall Baltimore, 2016.

In the fall of 2016, Greg performed with Jazz One before a capacity audience at the Weinberg Village in Owings Mills. (left to right; Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums], Tim Powell [sax], Greg Small [piano]

Greg performed at a private party in Clarksville in the summer of 2016, providing piano and trumpet music for a small group of appreciative guests.

Greg purchased a home in Wyman Park in the summer of 2016, returning to his native Baltimore after ten years in College Park.

A lifelong Bach enthusiast, Greg enjoys analyzing Bach chorales in his spare time for fun.

Horns of Plenty, 2016 edition.

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church on Easter Sunday in 2016, performing with organist Yeri Jang, the Ashland Chancel Choir, and the Ashland Contemporary Ensemble.

Greg played trumpet for an Easter Vigil at Saint Claire Parish along with organist Jim Hemling and the Saint Claire Parish Choir in 2016.

One of the less exotic parts of being a trumpet player is keeping the collection clean.

In 2016, Greg joined forces with trumpeter Jon Cresci at Frederick Community College, performing “Baroque and Blue,” a recital programmed with music ranging from baroque to contemporary.

Greg performed a set of solo piano music on New Year’s Eve 2015 at the Eagle’s Nest Country Club.

Greg played both trumpet and piano at Towson Presbyterian Church on Christmas Eve, 2015.

In 2015, Greg returned to Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church for Christmas Eve services, performing with organist Lynn Trapp, harpist Peggy Houng, and the Saint Joseph Schola.

Greg joined drummer Anders Eliasson (left) and bassist Jason Gano (right) for a piano trio performance at a private University of Maryland function at Busboys and Poets in December of 2015.

Greg joined bassist Jason Gano and drummer Anders Eliasson in December of 2015 to play for a private University of Maryland Event at Busboys and Poets.

Greg performed at a tribute concert celebrating the life of longtime Music and Arts Manager Darrell Cook in December, 2015. (Row One, left to right; Lori Fowser, Dee Finnegan, Hannah Best-Denton, Caroline Cottrell, two unidentified students. Row Two, left to right; Nikki Herrera, Carmen Martinez, Greg Small, Andrew Nizer, Harrison Brazier, Bill Monroe, GT Little, Tim Dawson. Row Three, left to right; Chris Johnson, Dave Gorrie, Roger Farwell, Greg Thompkins, Chuck Ferrell, David LaVorgna, John Keczmerzki, Eric Collins, Stephen Byrd, Grant Canham)

Greg performed at a tribute concert celebrating the life of longtime Music and Arts manager Darrell Cook in December, 2015. (left to right; Caroline Cottrell, Chuck Ferrell, Lori Fowser, Greg Small, John Keczmerski, Greg Thompkins, Dave Gorrie)

Greg performed at a tribute concert celebrating the life of longtime Music and Arts manager Darrell Cook in December, 2015. (left to right; Greg Small, Greg Thompkins, Chuck Ferrell, Bill Monroe, Dave Gorrie)

Greg performed with Lori Fowser at a tribute concert celebrating the life of longtime Music and Arts manager Darrell Cook in December, 2015.

In December, 2015, Greg performed in a tribute concert celebrating the life of longtime Music and Arts manager Darrell Cook.

In 2015, Greg joined organist Len Langrick to perform in a service at St. James Episcopal Church celebrating the installation of the Rev. Kristin N. Krantz.

Greg joined Jazz One at An Die Musik, performing a tribute concert to Miles Davis and John Coltrane at the 2015 Free Fall Baltimore festival. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Brian Perez [sax], Phil Ravita [bass], Ben Lostocco [drums].

Greg joined Jazz One at An Die Musik, performing a tribute concert to Miles Davis and John Coltrane at the 2015 Free Fall Baltimore festival

Greg performed on trumpet and piano at the Historic Kent Manor Inn for a wedding ceremony and reception in 2015. (left to right; Adrian Cox [bass], Jim Hannah [drums], Todd Butler [trumpet], Greg Small [trumpet and piano]

Greg performed at the Historic Kent Manor Inn on trumpet and piano for a wedding ceremony and reception in 2015 along with Todd Butler (trumpet), Adrian Cox (bass), and Jim Hannah (drums).

Greg returned to Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church in 2015 to play for a Confirmation Service for new members of the church.

Horns of Plenty, 2015 edition.

In 2015, Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter, performing with organist Yeri Jang and the Ashland Chancel Chor.

Greg returned to Saint Claire Parish in 2015 to perform at an Easter Vigil with organist Jim Hemling and the Saint Claire Choir.

In 2015, Greg performed at Towson Presbyterian Church in a Lenten Service. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Colynn Furgason [vocals], Lorene LaBerge [vocals], Stephen Harouff [piano]

In 2015, Greg joined Howard Community College percussion instructor Tim McKay on a faculty recital.

In 2015, Greg joined Howard Community College percussion instructor Tim McKay on a faculty recital. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Donnie Johns [percussion], Erik Plewenski [percussion], Tim McKay [percussion], Amanda McKay [violin], John Kilkenny [percussion], Gerald Novak [percussion])

In 2015, Greg joined organist Holly Foster at Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church to perform in a service honoring the legacy of retiring Monsignor Paul Cook.

In 2014, Greg joined organist Holly Foster to perform in Christmas Eve Services at Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church.

In 2014, Greg performed for a Christmas party at a private residence in Clarksville.

In 2014, Greg performed with Jazz One for a tribute honoring the legendary Jazz at Massey Hall concert from 1953. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Ben Lostocco [trumpet], Phil Ravita [bass], Brian Perez [sax], Nucleo Vega [drums])

Greg performed for a wedding reception at Georgetown University in the fall of 2014.

Greg gave a clinic along with trombonist Amanda Holmes for the “Pointers for Players” series hosted by Music and Arts in 2014.

In 2014, Greg joined a superb brass ensemble led by Jari Villanueva to perform in a concert at Our Lady of the Angles Chapel. (left to right; Frank Gorecki, Jeff Stockham, Paul DeLuca, Greg Small, Ron Friedman, Jari Villanueva, J.G. Miller, Chris Sarangoulis, Bernard Robier, Greg Heron, Chris Convery, Ken Serfass)

Greg reunited with Todd Butler, his first trumpet teacher, to play piano at a wedding ceremony and reception at the Engineers Club in 2014.

In the summer of 2014, Greg performed with the DC-based big band Swingtopia at the “Jazz in the Garden” concert series at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden.

In 2014, Greg performed in a wedding ceremony at the Presbyterian Church of the Atonement.

Trumpeter Griff Kazmierczak joined Greg for a set of duets at a Music and Arts open mic event in 2014.

Greg was a featured soloist at Ashland Presbyterian Church’s Second Sunday Concert Series in 2014.

Frank Gorecki joined Greg to perform at a wedding ceremony in 2014.

In 2014, Greg performed at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Commencement. (left to right; Ed Goldstein, Rob Mesite, Joey Bello, Ron Freidman, Greg Small, Frank Gorecki, Jari Villanueva, Jay Ellis, Jeff Stockham, Andrew Houde)

Greg joined a fantastic trumpet section to perform for the 2014 Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Commencement. (left to right; Frank Gorecki, Greg Small, Jeff Stockham, Jari Villanueva)

In 2014, Greg performed at Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter along with organist Yeri Jang and the Ashland Chancel Choir.

In 2014, Greg performed at Saint Claire Parish along with organist Jim Hemling and the Saint Claire Choir for an Easter Vigil.

Greg returned to perform at Towson Presbyterian Church for the 2014 Music and Meditation Lenten Series.

Greg joined trumpeter Griff Kazmierczak to play at a Music and Arts open mic night in 2014.

Greg accompanied York College of Pennsylvania faculty member Jon Cresci on a recital in 2014.

Greg performed with a jazz quartet at Towson Presbyterian Church for a Gospel Sunday service in 2014. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Greg Thompkins [sax], Cyndy Elliott [bass], Chuck Ferrell [drums])

In 2013, Greg performed at Towson Presbyterian Church on Christmas Eve along with organist Stephen Harouff and the Towson Presbyterian Chancel Choir.

In 2013, Greg performed on Christmas Eve at Babcock Presbyterian Church, joining organist Brian Kerr and the Babcock Chancel Choir.

In 2013, Greg played a program of holiday music in a trio at Babcock Presbyterian Church. (left to right; Chris Gekker [trumpet], Danny Villanueva [percussion], Greg Small [piano]

Greg provided music for a private event at the Washington DC Ritz-Carlton in 2013.

In 2013, Greg joined trumpeter Chris Gekker and percussionist Danny Villanueva in a concert featuring music for the season.

Greg performed with saxophonist Ernie Elizondo for his 2013 senior recital at the University of Maryland.

Playing at a longtime friend’s private event was a highlight for Greg in 2013.

Cellist Beth Radovsky joined Greg to perform for a Washington DC wedding ceremony in 2013.

Trumpeter Chris Gekker joined Greg to perform trumpet-piano duos at a private event at the Mansion at Strathmore in 2013.

In 2013, the Songbook Jazz Quintet played at the Silver Spring Jazz Festival, opening for headliner Branford Marsalis.

The Songbook Jazz Quintet, featuring vocalist Julie Keim, opened for headliner Branford Marsalis at the 2013 Silver Spring Jazz Festival. (left to right, Chris Vadala [sax], Greg Small [piano], Chris Gekker [trumpet], Julie Keim [vocals], Kevin Pace [bass], Danny Villanueva [drums])

Greg joined the Songbook Jazz Quintet featuring vocalist Julie Keim to open for headliner Branford Marsalis at the 2013 Silver Spring Jazz Festival. (left to right; Greg Small [piano], Chris Vadala [sax], Kevin Pace [bass], Danny Villanueva [drums], Julie Keim [vocals], Chris Gekker [trumpet])

Greg joined the Songbook Jazz Quintet (Chris Vadala [sax], Chris Gekker [trumpet], Greg Small [piano], Kevin Pace [bass], Danny Villanueva [drums]) featuring vocalist Julie Keim to open for headliner Branford Marsalis at the 2013 Silver Spring Jazz Festival.

Phil Ravita joined Greg in a 2013 performance for a private event at the Sheraton Inner Harbor.

Greg joined the Washington Symphonic Brass, directed by Phil Snececor, in a rehearsal for a recording of their CD, Classic Rock for Brass.

Trumpeter Chris Gekker and Greg performed a program of duets for a private event hosted by the National Philharmonic at Normandie Farm Restaurant

Greg performed in a brass ensemble for the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies 2013 Commencement. (left to right; Stan Modjesky, Greg Small, Frank Gorecki, Jari Villanueva)

Trumpeter Chris Gekker joined Greg in a 2013 performance at Babcock Presbyterian Church, performing an eclectic mix of jazz, popular, and traditional music.

Greg at the piano, warming up before a 2013 performance at Babcock Presbyterian Church with trumpeter Chris Gekker.

Greg performed with trumpeter Chris Gekker in a 2013 concert at Babcock Presbyterian Church featuring a mix of jazz, popular, and traditional music.

In 2013, Greg joined organist Gloria Hunt, the Ashland Chancel Choir and the Ashland Contemporary Ensemble to perform for Easter Sunday.

Greg performed for an Easter Vigil in 2013 at St. Clare Parish, joined by organist Jim Hemling and the St. Clare Choir.

Towson Presbyterian Church invited Greg to play for their 2013 Music and Meditation Lenten Concert Series.

On Christmas Eve in 2012, Greg performed at Babcock Presbyterian Church along with organist Brian Kerr.

Greg performed a set of standards from the Great American Songbook with Jazz One at An Die Musik for the 2012 Free Fall Baltimore Festival. (left to right; Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums], Greg Small [piano], Tim Powell [sax]

Joining organist Gloria Hunt, Greg performed at Ashland Presbyterian Church as part of their Second Sunday Concert Series in the fall of 2012.

Joining Jazz One, Greg performed on a concert of music by contemporary composers at Germano’s Trattoria in the fall of 2012. (left to right; Tim Powell [sax], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Greg Small [piano]

Joining Jazz One, Greg performed along with Tim Powell (sax), Phil Ravita (bass), and Nucleo Vega (drums) on a concert of music by contemporary composers at Germano’s Trattoria in the fall of 2012.

Greg performed at Timpano’s Chophouse along with the Joker’s Wild in the summer of 2012.

Greg joined saxophonist Tim Powell (center) and bassist Kevin Pace (right) playing at a reception celebrating the 2012 National Orchestral Institute.

Greg joined Jazz One at Germano’s Trattoria in 2012, performing a set of music by contemporary composers. (left to right; Greg Small, Tim Powell, Nucleo Vega, Phil Ravita)

Greg joined Jazz One at Germano’s Trattoria in 2012, performing a set of music by contemporary composers. (left to right; Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass], Tim Powell [sax], Greg Small [piano])

Greg performed a set of solo piano music at the WIllard InterContinental Hotel in 2012.

In 2012, Greg performed in a brass ensemble at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Commencement. (left to right; Frank Gorecki, Jeff Stockham, Greg Small, Stan Modjesky)

A 2012 shot from one of many solo performances by Greg at the American Tap Room.

Greg joined organist Jim Hemling and the Saint Claire Choir to perform for an Easter Vigil at Saint Claire Parish in 2012.

Rehearsing for a 2012 Easter Service at Ashland Presbyterian Church with organist Gloria Hunt.

Towson Presbyterian Church invited Greg to perform at their Lenten Music and Meditation series in 2012.

Greg performed at Babcock Presbyterian Church for Christmas Eve in 2011 along with organist Brian Kerr and the Babcock Chancel Choir.

Greg joined the Phil Ravita jazz group in 2011 to perform a show at Germano’s Trattoria featuring music from 1959, one of the most consequential years in jazz history. (left to right; Brent Madsen [trumpet], Greg Small [piano], Nucleo Vega [drums], Phil Ravita [bass]

Greg joined the Phil Ravita jazz group in 2011 to perform a show at Germano’s Trattoria featuring music from 1959, one of the most consequential years in jazz history. (left to right; Greg Small, Brent Madsen, Nucleo Vega, Phil Ravita)

Greg joined violinist Sundi Myint and vocalist Jackie Collison to perform at a Music and Arts open mic night in 2011.

Greg joined guitarist James Meyer, saxophonist Greg Thompkins and others to perform at the Music and Arts Grand Reopening in 2011.

Greg performed at the Music and Arts Grand Reopening in 2011. (left to right, Greg Small, saxophone lesson student, Greg Thompkins, James Meyer, John Blount, Bill Monroe)

Greg performed with the Phil Ravita Band featuring vocalist Diane Hoffman (not pictured) at Germano’s Trattoria in 2011. (left to right; Nucleo Vega [drums], Greg Small [piano], Phil Ravita [bass])

Greg performed with the Phil Ravita Band featuring vocalist Diane Hoffman at Germano’s Trattoria in 2011. (left to right; Greg Small, Diane Hoffman, Nucleo Vega, Phil Ravita)

In 2011, Greg performed with bassist Phil Ravita and drummer Ted Naperkoski at the Governor Calvert House.

Greg joined a brass ensemble to perform at the 2011 Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Commencement.

Greg joined the Phil Ravita Band featuring vocalist Diane Hoffman to perform at Germano’s Trattoria in 2011. (not pictured; Diane Hoffman [vocals], Phil Ravita [bass], Nucleo Vega [drums])

Greg returned to Ashland Presbyterian Church for Easter in 2011, performing with organist Gloria Hunt and the Ashland Chancel Choir.

Saint Claire Parish invited Greg to play for an Easter Vigil in 2011, along with organist Jim Hemling and the Saint Claire Choir.

Saxophonist Darryl Brenzel (left) joined Greg and an unidentified audience member to perform a Fat Tuesday concert at Sanctuary at Holy Cross.

Greg and Tim Ryan perform duets for a Music and Arts open mic night in 2011.

Jackie Collison joins Greg to perform at a Music and Arts open mic night night in 2011.

Greg joined Chris Gekker (trumpet), Chris Vadala (sax), Robert Gibson (bass), and Linda Mabbs (soprano) to perform on a University of Maryland faculty concert in 2011.

Recording engineer Jonathan Cresci and Greg listen to takes from “Singularity,” Greg’s debut recording on the Fundamental Sounds label, released in 2011.

Drummer Nucleo Vega and guitarist James Meyer join Greg to perform at a private function at the University of Maryland in 2010.

Greg recorded Singularity, his debut album on the Fundamental Sounds label, at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center in 2010. Recorded and mastered by Jonathan Cresci, the album is available on iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby, and gregsmall.net.

Greg performs at a wedding in Ellicott City along with organist Dr. Michael Baeur.

Greg performs at a wedding reception in E

In 2009, trumpeter Chris Gekker and Greg presented a recital at the Church of the Epiphany in Washington DC.

Greg was joined by drummer Chuck Ferrell (left) and bassist Kevin Pace (right) for his graduate jazz piano recital at the University of Maryland, College Park in 2008.

Trumpeter Chris Gekker, cellist Michelle Djokic (not pictured), and Greg presented a recital for the Concordia Chamber Players Concert Series in 2008.

Trumpeter Chris Gekker, cellist Michelle Djokic, and Greg presented a recital for the Concordia Chamber Players Concert Series in 2008.

Trumpeter Chris Gekker, cellist Michelle Djokic (not pictured), and Greg presented a recital for the Concordia Chamber Players Concert Series in 2008.

While in graduate school at the University of Maryland, Greg performed in the 5:30 band, the program’s top jazz ensemble, directed by Chris Vadala. The lineup for this performance at the 2008 Calvin Jones Big Band Jazz Festival featured Cam Collins, Sarah Hughes, Brad Linde, Tim Powell, Matt Taylor, and Michael Feagans (saxophones); Brent Madsen, Kevin Horan, Kai Kataldo, and Justin Bland (trumpets); Chris Wolf, Jennifer Krupa, Juna Winston, and Zac Hollister (trombones), Katherine Mann and Glen Shirley (guitars); Leo Lucini (bass); and Nucleo Vega (drums).

Greg performed the Haydn Trumpet Concerto with the Shepherd University Wind Ensemble (directed by Dr. Mark McCoy), on their 2001 concert tour of Ireland.

In 2000, Greg served as principal trumpet with the National Wind Ensemble, a nationally auditioned collegiate workshop that culminated with a Carnegie Hall Performance. Getting to see the New York Philharmonic with his parents was an added bonus.

In the summer of 1999, Greg participated in the Atlantic Brass Quintet Seminar at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. (left to right; Bill Owens [trumpet], Greg Small [trumpet], Jenny Lackey [french horn], Bruce Bertrand [trombone], Giovanni Tortolla [trombone]

Greg began studying jazz while a student at Shepherd University, and the SU Jazz Combo, pictured here in 2001, provided invaluable experience during these formative years. (left to right; Dan Tait [drums], Euan Edmonds [trombone], Greg Small [piano], Ryan Ellis [bass], Adam Hanlin [trumpet], Aaron Worthy [sax])

Greg and longtime friend Adam Jones, after Greg’s senior trumpet recital in 2001 at Shepherd University.

The Joseph McCarthy Revival Quintet practices in the spring of 1997. (left to right, Dan Ribaudo [keyboard], Chris Robson [guitar], Greg Small [trumpet], Adam Jones [guitar])

Trumpet section, Greater Baltimore Youth Orchestra. (left to right; Jonathan Cresci, Melissa Wittnebel, Rosie Scheiner, Greg Small)

Towson High School Jazz Ensemble, 1994-1995 school year.

Greg played in the trumpet section for Towson High School’s production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum in the fall of 1995. (left to right; Jonathan Miskimon, Greg Small, Jonathan Cresci)

Greg at a piano lesson in 1991 at the home of Joyce Keedy, his first instructor.