Lucas Winter

Lucas Winter is a New York-based jazz guitarist and composer who has established himself as a distinctive and unconventional voice in modern improvised music. Originally from Seattle and raised in a musical family, Lucas developed an interest in guitar at the age of seven, quickly mastering note-for-note transcriptions of Jimi Hendrix performances. His exceptional talents led him to the prestigious Roosevelt High School jazz program, where he performed alongside Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on multiple occasions. He continued his studies at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, learning from revered mentors Jim Knapp, Jay Thomas, and Chuck Deardorf. Lucas later earned a Master’s degree in Jazz and Improvised Music at the University of Washington, where he studied under master drummer Ted Poor—a major mentor and influence on his creative voice. Above all, Lucas aspires to embody the spirit of what he calls a “revolutionist” in music.