Tim Collins

Tim Collins has been called a “world-class vibes player” (CJSR Canada), “a distinctive vibraphone voice” (Radio One Australia), a “musician of fire” (Washington Post) and “nothing less than exemplary” (Downbeat). His music has been described as “thoughtful, probing composition” (Downbeat), “universal and vibrant” (Blogcritics.org) and “stunning sophisticated jazz” (PBS Australia).

Tim’s fifth album “For Good People” was released in February 2023 by GLM Music, and features Matthias Bublath on Hammond Organ and Christian Lettner on drums.

In 2020, he recorded his fourth album “Uncertainty” before the pandemic raged through the world. A vibraphone trio supported by bassist Masaki Kai and drummer Shinya Fukumori, the album takes a dark journey through different melancholic moods, featuring original compositions as well as several jazz standards.

Tim’s three previous albums as a leader have received widespread critical acclaim. His debut, VALCOUR (Arabesque 2007) featured Ingrid Jensen and Aaron Parks, and received 3 stars in Downbeat. In 2008, Tim released FADE (Ropeadope), featuring Charlie Hunter, Simon Lott, and a string quartet. Produced by Hunter, the album explores minimalist, indie-rock, and classical connections with jazz. It received 4 stars in Downbeat. Tim’s third album, CASTLES AND HILLTOPS (Nineteen-Eight 2011), features Danny Grissett, Matt Clohesy, and Tommy Crane.