Jacob Damelin is a pianist, composer and educator based in Toronto, Canada. He studied at Berklee College of Music and was admitted into the Global Jazz Institute, an exclusive program led by Danilo Perez, George Garzone, John Patitucci, Joe Lovano and other jazz giants.
Upon graduation in 2013, Jacob returned to Toronto. Since his arrival Damelin has established himself in the music scene. He has performed with Pat LaBarbera, Kirk MacDonald, Ted Quinlan and Luis Deniz among others. He has also worked with world-renowned hip-hop producer Skratch Bastid as an instrumental arranger.
Jacob is also a well-respected piano instructor. He teaches jazz, classical and popular music privately. He has directed ensembles at Humber Community Music (Toronto) as well as the Global Music Institute (New Delhi). playlist