Ben Winkelman, a jazz composer and pianist from Melbourne, Australia is an award-winning musician. He currently resides in New York City and is an active member of the jazz, Latin, and gospel music scene. Ben and his Jazzhead trio have released three albums featuring his compositions, all critically acclaimed. His trio toured extensively Australia between 2006 and 2010, appearing at major jazz and music festivals, and four times in total. His trio toured Japan and New Caledonia in 2008, and appeared on Australian television (ABC TV) in 2006 and 2010. Ben has been nominated for numerous grants and awards, as well as an award. His second album, “The Spanish Tinge”, was nominated for the AIR Award in 2007 as Best Independent Jazz Record. His first trio album, “Stomps, Pieces”, was released in 2006.
