Greg Ward

Greg Ward serves as Associate Professor of Music in Jazz Studies at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where he teaches within the Jazz Studies department located in East Studio Building (JS323).

His research focuses on jazz improvisation, contemporary composition, and genre fusion—particularly the intersection of jazz with electronic and hip-hop elements. Ward has released four critically acclaimed albums as bandleader, including Fitted Shards: South Side Story and Rogue Parade: Stomping Off From Greenwood, which explore cultural narratives through innovative sonic frameworks.

His artistic contributions have earned recognition through:

• New Music USA Van Lier Fellowship (2012)
• DCASE IAP grant (2017)

Ward has secured commissions from the Jazz Gallery (NYC), Chicago Jazz Institute, City of Chicago’s Made in Chicago series, and Peoria Ballet Company. He maintains an active international touring schedule, collaborating with artists including Prefuse 73, Lupe Fiasco, Tortoise, and Makaya McCraven across diverse musical landscapes.