Bio
Alyse Korn: Distinguished Jazz Pianist & Vocalist
Serving Ojai, Montecito, and Santa Barbara
Alyse Korn is a distinguished jazz pianist and vocalist renowned for her captivating performances and sophisticated artistry. A top choice for discerning clients, Alyse delivers unforgettable live music for high-end weddings, corporate gatherings, and special occasions across the Ojai, Montecito, and Santa Barbara regions.
With a lifelong passion for jazz and a career spanning celebrated venues worldwide, Alyse's unique style blends technical mastery with heartfelt improvisation. Her critically-acclaimed recordings and performances elegantly bridge the worlds of Jazz, Latin, Contemporary, and Classical music.
Elevating Your Event
Whether performing solo, with a dynamic jazz ensemble, or as part of a curated musical experience, Alyse's artistry brings elegance, warmth, and a touch of magic to every event. Her versatile repertoire includes jazz standards, contemporary favorites, and original compositions, all tailored to create the perfect atmosphere for your unique celebration.
Discerning clients trust Alyse to provide a seamless, professional, and memorable musical experience for an intimate gathering or a grand celebration.
Experience Alyse Performing Live! Catch Alyse regularly at the Bacara Ritz-Carlton Santa Barbara, as well as at various venues throughout the Ventura, Montecito, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles areas. For specific dates, please visit Alyse's events page.
Acclaimed Recordings & Artistic Vision
In 2023, Alyse and Robert Kyle released their debut album, "Tuesdays Child," a collection of warm and inviting original compositions drawing from jazz, Brazilian, and Afro-Cuban influences. Released on Dark Delicious Music, the album has garnered international airplay, including on NPR's "Judy Carmichael's Jazz Inspired."
The album has received critical acclaim, with Hi-Res Edition noting: “A captivating album that allows listeners to fall into deep contemplation… Truly a peaceful and uplifting listen that is both creative and inspiring.”
Alyse shares their artistic philosophy: "There's a lot of turmoil in the world today. We hope that when people listen to our music, they will feel the peace that we feel when we play it."
Purchase Tuesday's Child here: https://armusic.org
Other notable recordings include "Love and Hope" by Robert Kyle (2022), "True Love" by Paris Saros (2025) and “The Light of the Sixth Sun” by Waldo Valenzuela, Guitarist and Sound Engineer of Chilean origin in 2012.
A Dedicated Music Educator
A highly accomplished music educator for more than 30 years, Alyse is passionate about sharing her extensive knowledge with students of all ages. Her impressive academic background includes a BM from the University of Miami (Studio Music and Jazz), an MFA from CalArts (Jazz Piano Performance), and advanced studies as a USC Doctoral Candidate. She also holds advanced teacher certifications in Suzuki Piano and Suzuki Early Childhood Music pedagogy. Alyse teaches students nationwide via her private online studio in Ojai and leads jazz piano, theory, improvisation, and early childhood music programs at Suzuki Institutes across the USA, Canada, and Brazil.
Select Performance Experience
Alyse's extensive performance history includes:
Solo Jazz Piano/Vocal Artist at Ritz-Carlton Bacara Resort, The Ellwood Goleta and high-end events across Ojai, Santa Barbara, and Montecito.
Alyse Korn & Robert Kyle Duo/Quartet (Jazz/Latin-Jazz) at venues including the Beverly Hills "Affair in the Gardens," LA Museum of Natural History, Campus Jax and high-end events across Ojai, Montecito, Santa Barbara, SLO, Los Angeles and San Francisco Bay Area.
Téka and New Bossa Band (Brazilian Bossa Nova/Samba/Jazz) at The Ojai Underground Exchange, San Ysidro Ranch Montecito, Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts Ojai, Libretto Paso Robles, Descanso Gardens Summer Jazz Series, Pageant of the Masters Laguna Beach, Vic's Las Vegas, The Grape Ventura, and El Encanto Belmond.
Tours and performances in North and South America, Canada, Europe, Japan, and North Africa.
Collaborations with numerous world-class groups across Jazz, Latin, Brazilian and World Music genres, including Sonya Jason Jazz Quartet (Japan Tour), Ed Calle Trio (Miami, Florida), Sonia Santos & Brasil Brasil (Los Ángeles, CA) and Orquestra Son Mayor (Los Angeles, CA).
Let's Make Your Event Unforgettable
Looking for the premier jazz pianist and vocalist in the Ojai, Montecito, or Santa Barbara region? Contact Alyse to discuss how she can bring your vision to life with live jazz that sets the perfect tone for your special day.