Gregg Karukas Concerts

Experience Gregg Karukas

Gregg Karukas is a highly respected American smooth jazz and contemporary instrumental keyboardist, composer, and producer. Beginning his professional career in the 1980s as a session musician, he quickly gained recognition for his work with artists like Dave Koz and Kenny Loggins. Karukas’s solo career blossomed in the 1990s with albums like *Secrets* (1992) and *Evening Kiss* (1995), establishing his signature sound – a sophisticated blend of jazz harmony, funk grooves, and melodic improvisation.

He’s renowned for his masterful use of synthesizers, particularly the Yamaha Motif, alongside traditional piano techniques. Throughout his discography, including albums like *Lean Into It* (2002) and *Still Point* (2017), Karukas consistently delivers polished production and emotionally resonant compositions.

A prolific artist, he's released over a dozen albums and frequently collaborates with other prominent musicians within the smooth jazz genre. Beyond performing, Karukas is also an accomplished educator offering online courses focused on keyboard technique and music production. He continues to tour and record actively, maintaining a dedicated fanbase globally.