Come join us for an unforgettable evening of music as Pianist Ellie Lee Quartet performs at Clement’s Place. Get ready to be mesmerized by her incredible talent and passion for music. This is a night you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars for October 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM (Eastern Time) and get ready to experience a magical musical journey with Ellie Lee. See you there!

On Stage

Piano- Ellie Seunghyung Lee

Ellie Lee – Pianist, Composer, Educator

Ellie Lee is a dynamic jazz pianist and composer whose musical journey bridges continents and genres. Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, she began her training in classical piano, earning a Bachelor of Music from Sookmyung Women’s University. Her passion for expressive freedom led her to jazz, a transition fueled by a scholarship to Berklee College of Music in Boston. She later earned her Master’s degree from William Paterson University in New Jersey.

Now based in New York and New Jersey, Ellie performs and composes across jazz, classical, gospel, and pop idioms. Her playing is marked by deep groove, sensitive orchestration, and a collaborative spirit that gives space for fellow musicians to shine. Her debut full-length album Escape showcases her lyrical touch and emotional depth, weaving melody and mood into a rich tapestry of sound.

In addition to performing, Ellie serves as an adjunct professor at Felician University, mentoring the next generation of artists with the same passion and precision that defines her own work.

Sax- Pureum Jin

Ellie Seunghyung Lee – Pianist, Composer, Educator

Ellie Seunghyung Lee is a genre-blending pianist whose artistry bridges classical precision and jazz spontaneity. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, Ellie began her musical journey with classical training before diving into jazz at Berklee College of Music, where she earned a scholarship and honed her improvisational voice. She later completed her Master’s degree at William Paterson University, studying under jazz luminaries and deepening her compositional craft.

A rising force in contemporary jazz, her debut album Escape showcases her lyrical sensibility and emotional depth, weaving influences from Bill Evans to Korean folk traditions. Ellie’s performances span jazz clubs, concert halls, and festivals across New York and New Jersey, where she’s known for her expressive touch and collaborative spirit. She’s shared stages with legends like Terri Lyne Carrington and performed at the Kennedy Center. Her sound recalls the boldness of Jackie McLean and the elegance of Wayne Shorter, forging a voice that’s both rooted and revolutionary.

As an adjunct professor at Felician University, she mentors emerging artists while continuing to compose and perform with ensembles that celebrate both tradition and innovation.

Bass- Adrian Moring

Adrian Moring – Bassist, Composer, Educator

Adrian Moring is a deeply rooted figure in the New York jazz scene, carrying forward a legacy of excellence as the son of veteran bassist Bill Moring. Immersed in music from an early age, Adrian explored piano and saxophone before finding his true voice on the bass at age eleven. His rapid development was nurtured by his father and a constellation of jazz greats, including Ron Carter, Rufus Reid, Larry Grenadier, and Harold Mabern.

A graduate of William Paterson University with a Bachelor’s in Jazz Bass, Adrian later earned his Master’s degree from the Manhattan School of Music. His performance résumé reads like a jazz hall of fame—he’s played alongside Mulgrew Miller, Phil Woods, Steve Nelson, Antonio Hart, and the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, gracing stages from Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola to the Montreal Jazz Festival.

Adrian’s playing is marked by lyrical depth, rhythmic clarity, and a collaborative spirit that elevates every ensemble he joins. Whether anchoring a trio or driving a big band, he brings both tradition and innovation to the low end.

Drum- Jarrett Walser

Jarrett Walser – Drummer, Composer, Educator

Jarrett Walser is a versatile and expressive drummer whose artistry spans jazz, rock, R&B, funk, and blues. His journey began at age three with playful orchestrations on pots and pans, evolving into a lifelong passion for rhythm and nuance. Jazz became his first love at age 11, when he joined the New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s (NJPAC) Wachovia Jazz for Teens program. Over seven formative years, he studied with legends like Ralph Peterson, Cecil Brooks III, Dion Parson, and Mike LeDonne.

Jarrett earned both his B.A. and M.M. in Jazz Performance from Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts, where he trained under Victor Lewis, Ralph Bowen, and Conrad Herwig. His performance résumé includes collaborations with Rufus Reid, Kenny Davis, Carla Cook, Chico Freeman, and Valery Panomarev’s “Our Father Who Art Blakey” Big Band. He’s graced iconic venues including Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, The Blue Note, The Iridium, and Carnegie Halljarrettwalser.com.

Beyond the stage, Jarrett is a passionate educator. He teaches at NJPAC and His & Her Music, offers private lessons, and conducts master classes for young musicians. He also served as Jazz Band Manager for the New York Youth Symphony Jazz Band, preserving the swing traditions of the 1930s and 40s while championing modern compositions.

Jarrett Walser is a rhythmic storyteller at the genesis of a remarkable career—his groove is deep, his spirit generous, and his future bright.

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