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Steve Million is a MECA Instructor at VanderCook College of Music, specializing in jazz piano and improvisation. He has been active in Chicago's music scene since 1988, forming influential groups like Monk’s Dream and Thelonious Moog. Currently performs in Double Monk, a piano duo with Jeremy Kahn integrating Monk's music with modern dance. Teaches jazz piano, ensembles, and improvisation at the Merit School of Music, where he serves as Jazz Chair.
Notable recordings include albums with Palmetto Records and BluJazz, featuring collaborations with Randy Brecker, Chris Potter, and Michael Moore. Maintains a nightly performance gig at Catch 35 restaurant. His work blends technical mastery with creative reinterpretations of jazz standards.
Awards section:
- No explicit awards listed, though his consistent artistic output and institutional roles imply recognition in jazz circles.
Advising/Grants narrative: No formal grants or student advisement details provided. Focus remains on performance and educational instruction.
Labs/Teams: Active in ensembles like Double Monk and maintains performance partnerships with dancers like Ariane Dolan, though no formal institutional lab affiliations noted.
