About

Jackson Dunkin is a 22-year-old guitarist, composer, and educator emerging as a dynamic voice in today’s music scene. Originally from Upstate New York, he is a graduate of Howard University's Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, where he studied music business and jazz guitar. A versatile performer, Jackson has appeared at renowned venues including Minton’s Playhouse, the Silver Lining Lounge, Blues Alley, and Ciel Social Club, and has opened for pop artist Maude Latour at Songbyrd Music House. He was a featured guest artist with the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Youth Orchestra and served as bandleader for Glenmere Mansion’s summer jazz brunch series.

As an educator, Jackson has taught guitar for both The Salvation Army and Sitar Arts Center, working with students of all ages and backgrounds. He also served as a teaching artist with DC JazzFest, helping to connect youth in Washington, DC with jazz through interactive workshops and performances. Jackson continues to grow his presence in the New York City jazz scene through performance, collaboration, and community engagement.