A-State Fowler Center Presents Nick Finzer

Nick Finzer: A Centennial Celebration of JJ Johnson Hailed as a "Rising Star" in the world of jazz (DownBeat Critics Poll), Nick Finzer is making waves in the music industry with his dynamic original compositions and trombone artistry. Finzer has toured the globe as a bandleader and shared the stage with some of the most respected names in jazz. As both a headlining trombonist and an entrepreneur, Finzer is on a mission to spread the joy and power of jazz. A highlight of Finzer's recent accolades include a Grammy nomination with Anat Cohen's Tentet, being named "Rising Star Trombonist'' in the Downbeat Magazine 2020 Critics Poll, and receiving an ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award. As someone who always keeps propelling his musical ideas forward, Finzer's latest album, "Legacy," celebrates the centennial of J.J. Johnson, released on April 5, 2024. With his never-ending drive to evolve his artistry and innovate within the music industry, Finzer continues to inspire and impact musicians