Pianist, vocalist, and composer Dawn Clement is a joyful and formidable force in the landscape of modern creative music. “In all this world of jazz, there are very few individual voices, no matter what the instrument, but Dawn has come up with a voice that’s unique…” says legendary jazz trombonist Julian Priester. Clement’s original music features her distinctive musical voice in a variety of genres, styles, and settings. Her albums as a leader showcase her impressive range from master of the jazz piano trio style, to avant garde improviser, to an expressive songwriter and vocalist effortlessly incorporating indie and alternative influences. Downbeat says, “The revelation is Dawn Clement’s piano, always ready with the lyricism or structure the moment needs.” 

Clement shines as a collaborator and an educator, often a sought-after guest artist and clinician for jazz festivals. Most recently Clement was appointed the Artistic Director of the Centrum Jazz Workshop, taking over for the legendary bassist John Clayton. 

Clement currently serves as Associate Professor and Area Coordinator of the Jazz and American Improvised Music Department at Metropolitan State University of Denver. In addition, Clement is a sought-after guest artist for jazz festivals, all-state band programs, and jazz camps, including the Port Townsend Jazz Workshop, Reno Jazz Fest, and Stanford Jazz Workshop. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in Denver, Colorado, and maintains strong ties to both the Seattle and Denver music communities.