Justin Kolb, Pianist

“Mr. Kolb plowed ahead with engaging spiritedness and a flashy technique.”

— Alex Ross
New York Times

“A winning combination of brilliance and affection from pianist Justin Kolb.”

— John von Rhein
Chicago Tribune

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Justin Kolb’s performances have wide appeal with always interesting and often humorous commentary. His programming champions music by living American composers as well as music that lives in undeserved obscurity. Such programming includes works by Herman Cohen (infamous young ward of Franz Liszt) and Edward Collins (Chicago based friend of Frederick Stock and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra).

A popular clinician and motivational speaker, Justin Kolb is frequently engaged by colleges and universities to present interactive lectures addressing today’s critical topics: entrepreneurism, technology, and community engagement. Public school programs include musical enrichment and Arts in Education presentations to a variety of audiences including students, parents and district school boards.

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“Kolb plays with an exciting style bringing the enticing lyricism of the “Spirited” movement to life.”

— Clavier Magazine

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