Lenard Simpson, based in Chicago, IL, US, is currently a Jazz in the classroom instructor at Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, bringing experience from previous roles at Northern Illinois University and BIRCH CREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE CENTER INC. Lenard Simpson holds a 2018 - 2020 Master's degree in Music Performance, General @ Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz. With a robust skill set that includes Classical, Arranger, Songwriting, Ensemble, Studio Recording and more, Lenard Simpson contributes valuable insights to the industry.