Stephen Parisi Jr is a highly accomplished jazz bassist, composer, and arranger hailing from Buffalo, New York. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the prestigious Eastman School of Music receiving the Schirmer Prize of Excellence , and a Masters from the DePaul School of Music. Currently based in Chicago, Stephen is a founding member of the acclaimed group "Trio Profondo", while also touring with renowned acts such as The Bryan Eng Trio and The Glen Miller Orchestra. Stephen maintains a private teaching studio, and teaches classes around the Chicago and Buffalo areas. His impressive resume includes performances at esteemed venues and festivals nationwide.