Tyler Abbott

Tyler Abbott is a Teaching Professor of Double Bass at the University of Oregon's School of Music and Dance. He is actively engaged in both classical and jazz performance, collaborating with ensembles such as the Oregon Symphony, Eugene Symphony, and jazz artists like Tom Grant and Danilo Perez. Abbott has taught at Walla Walla College and Willamette University and maintains a private teaching studio in Eugene, Oregon.

• Active orchestral and chamber musician
• Collaborator in jazz festivals and recordings
• Graduate of University of Oregon (MMus 2003) and Eastern Washington University (BMus 1999)

His scholarly focus includes jazz studies, music theory, and performance practices, informed by mentorship under Roma Vayspapir, Jeff Bradetich, and other prominent double bassists.