Nicki Adams

Nicki Adams is a New York-based composer and pianist. He has worked with renowned artists including Billy Hart, Francisco Mela, Kassa Overall and Corey Wilcox and appeared on NPR's Soundcheck and Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theatre. A Steeplechase recording artist, he has released six albums as a leader, three with his own band GADADU, and three in the duo context with Michael Eaton and his brother Patrick. He was a finalist in the inaugural Bob Ravenscroft international jazz piano competition (2022) and his works have appeared in film and radio throughout the world, receiving nominations for international awards. Nicki has scored several feature films, documentaries and shorts, most recently A Wonderful Way With Dragons, starring Violet McGraw, directed by Delfine Paolini. His first jazz album with Patrick Adams was released on Sunnyside Records January 2021 to critical acclaim, and ensembles, the Prism Trio and the Adams quartet are slated for national tours in 2023-2024.
While playing for ballet classes by day and gigging by night Nicki absorbed the influences of classical, jazz and contemporary soul. His work reflects his passion for craft and innovation.