In the aggregate, jazz pianist Chip Stephens’ collaborative, recording and world-wide touring with some of the legendary figures in the history of jazz, would compile a dissertation. Having performed on Grammy and Emmy Award winning recordings, he is sought after for his hard-swinging, powerful and lyrical pianism. Since 2005, Stephens has been consistently ranked in the top 10% of University of Illinois Professors. He was recognized by the Provost, Vice Chancellor and the Committee on Tenure and Promotion as being “Extraordinary for the level of his Teaching and Collaborative Artistry.” His experience and diversity have proven beneficial to his students and many, have received national and international recognition for their work.
