Donald Vega

Donald Vega is a Nicaraguan-born American jazz pianist, music composer, and a Grammy nominated artist. Donald is a luminary on the piano and unites audiences around the world through his melodic storytelling and the transformative power of music. Trained classically in piano in his native Nicaragua, Donald emigrated to the United States at age 14 and found a musical home with the Colburn School of Performing Arts (CSPA). He began his studies there in classical piano with Teresa de Jong Pombo and Dr. Louise Lepley.

Vega currently performs internationally as the pianist for world renowned bassist Ron Carter with whom he has recorded several albums. Mr. Vega is also a professor at The Juilliard School and Hofstra University and sits on the board of BackCountry Jazz, a non-profit organization which provides music education programs and performances to underprivileged youth.