Nick Mancini

Nick Mancini is an Applied Assistant Professor of Music at the University of Tulsa's Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, where he coordinates Jazz Studies. A vibraphonist, composer, and educator with a Masters of Music from Manhattan School of Music, he has a 35-year career in performance and recording, collaborating with artists like Herb Alpert, Arturo Sandoval, Kamasi Washington, and Gerald Clayton.

• Education:
  • M.M., Manhattan School of Music
  • B.S., SUNY Potsdam Crane School of Music
  • A.A., Schenectady County Community College

Mancini specializes in jazz vibraphone, drums, piano, composition, and concert curation. His work bridges performance, arranging, and music education, reflecting his multifaceted career in jazz and contemporary music.

Scientific Awards:

• 2011 Los Angeles Jazz Society Vibes Summit XVIII Honoree
• 2015 Drum Magazine Reader’s Poll Best Jazz Percussionist

A sponsored artist for Majestic Percussion, Mancini recently released a signature mallet with Innovative Percussion. His research interests emphasize jazz pedagogy, performance practices, and interdisciplinary approaches to music education.