Loston Harris began his studies at
Virginia Commonwealth University as a percussion major. After hearing Harris playing the piano, visiting professor
Ellis Marsalis urged the percussionist to switch instruments. Harris later transferred to
Howard University where he studied piano with
Geri Allen and
Billy Taylor. In 1995 Harris toured with
Wynton Marsalis, and in 1996 with
Marcus Roberts. He has released five albums, the most recent in 2013. Additionally, he appeared as himself in the 2005 film
Little Manhattan. Harris currently leads the house band at the
Carlyle Hotel’s
Bemelmans Bar. ==Discography==