Duncan McMillan...piano

Duncan Williamson McMillan was born April 10, 1973. He began studying piano at age 5. His musical studies continued with Frederic Dehaven at Christ Church in Grosse Pointe, singing in the boys choir (1980 - 1987). From 1989 - 1992, Duncan studied jazz piano and music theory with James Hohmeyer, Bess Bonnier and Matt Michaels.

Upon graduation from Western Michigan University (B.M. piano/jazz studies), Duncan has established a reputation as a versatile musician, working as a sideman with such artists as Jon Hendricks, Aretha Franklin, Rodney Whitaker, Ira Sullivan, and Marcus Belgrave. He is in demand as both a pianist and organist, currently working with Johnnie Bassett & the Blues Insurgents, vocalist Odessa Harris, and The Paul Keller Orchestra. Recent performances include concerts at The Elkhart Jazz Festival, Art Tatum Jazz/Heritage Festival, Ford/Detroit International Jazz Festival, Court Avenue Blues Festival, and The 8th annual Motor City Blues and Boogie Woogie Festival.

As a result of his diverse background in music, Duncan is a respected musical director/arranger, working as a consultant for regional theaters, church organizations and local bands. In addition to an active performance schedule, Mr. McMillan works as an independent music instructor teaching piano, improvisation and composition.