Reeds

Nate Ketner

Nate Ketner is one of the most sought after reed players on the West Coast. Nate Ketner has been playing the woodwinds professionally since he was 19 years old. Throughout his musical career he has developed the ability to authentically play many different styles with an emphasis on jazz from the 20’s to the 50’s Throughout his 25 year career, he has played with some of the top names in jazz including Dan Barrett, Larry Goldings, Joe LaBarbera, Warren Vache, Harry Allen, Lizzy & the Triggermen and Bria Skonberg. He has also performed with popular festival bands such as the Reynolds Brothers, Meschiya Lake and the Little Big Horns and the Bluestreet Jazz Band. His talent has taken him all over the world - across 4 continents. He is also a highly sought-after recording artist and most recently was featured on Rachel & Vilray’s latest album (I Love a Love Song!) on Nonesuch Records. ‍