Born in Tyler, Texas, and raised in Houston, Theresa Grayson began playing piano and saxophone in fourth grade, building her foundation through church performances from age 12. She studied under renowned musicians and earned degrees in music performance, jazz studies, and music education. Theresa has been a dedicated music educator since the early 2000s. She is currently teaching music in Ft. Bend County and continues to inspire through her teaching.

Theresa's music career includes the release of her debut album, It’s All About You, and her follow-up, Live2Love, featuring chart-topping singles and a blend of genres like gospel, pop, and R&B. Her latest project, World Blue, showcases her global influences and features collaborations with artists like Marion Meadows and Michael Ward.

On stage, Theresa has performed across Texas and beyond, sharing the stage with jazz greats like Peter White and Mindi Abair. Her performances include notable festivals and events such as the Houston International Jazz Festival and the Idyllwild Jazz Festival.

Theresa’s music reflects her mission to create a multicultural celebration through jazz, evident in tracks like “Crane’s Dance” and her cover of “We Are The World.”

Read more about Theresa HERE.

In this episode, we talked about:

🎷 Theresa’s instruments and performance Style
🎷 Her influences and mentorship
🎷 Her future plans and community engagement

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