Sam Hirsh "Quite Frankly" Album Release

Pianist, composer and educator Sam Hirsh has been an active and in demand  member of the Los Angeles jazz scene for a decade and is gaining recognition for his soulful, energetic sound. Described as “a seasoned artist with a preternaturally old soul”, he aims to carry on the tradition of his predecessors and simultaneously create his own voice in the music. He has performed with various acts all along the west coast, Taiwan, Bolivia and New York City. 

Born in Kyoto, Japan, Sam grew up in Portland, Oregon, where he would start playing piano at age 4. Classically trained, he began playing jazz his freshman year of high school influenced by his father, a jazz saxophonist. One year later he was working professionally, leading his own piano trio and working with various local artists including his father’s quintet. 

In 2009, Hirsh was awarded a considerable scholarship to Los Angeles’ University…