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Marc Hoffman

After establishing himself as a composer and performer of film, theatre, pop, and gospel music, Marc Hoffman began pursuing his passion for jazz in the early 1990s. As a pianist and vocalist, Hoffman performs over 90 dates a year with a repertoire of original jazz and his own arrangements of standards, ballads, and pop. He most often performs with his trio, but works as a soloist and with other ensembles as well, at concerts, festivals, clubs, and other public and private events. Marc’s music has been performed across the US and in the UK and Europe by orchestras, other ensembles and soloists.

Marc Hoffman was born in Salisbury, NC, received a degree in composition from the North Carolina School of the Arts, and completed additional study in film composition at the University of Southern California. He has studied at The Dartington International Summer School of Music in Devon, England. His composition teachers have included David Ott, Leo Arnaud, Neil Hefti, and Sherwood Shaffer. He is a member of BMI and the American Composer’s Forum. Marc is also founder and artistic director of the Salisbury School of Music.

Hoffman’s original instrumental recordings include the newly released Late September—a collection of new pieces featuring jazz trio with guests Tim Gordon on flute and Jon Thornton of trumpet, Curioso—eclectic jazz with Tim Gordon on sax, Grammy nominee John Sharp on guitar, Terry Peoples and Nathan Scott on bass, and Gray Fallin (The Brubakers), Mike Lanier and Ryan Scott on drums and percussion, and Long Way Home—new piano music blending jazz, and light classical.

Vocal recordings include Christmas Time, I Will, and Dream of God.

Hoffman’s recent film work includes theme and underscore for the TV series, Scienstars (2016) an original score for 40 Fears for Dalliance Films (2014). Previous fim credits include scoring The Mill (2008) for producer Ralph Singleton and director Grainger Hines, and music historian for the 1985 film, Revolution (1986). In addition, Hoffman has been music supervisor for several films.

In August of 2010, Virillion Music Publishing released Hoffman’s first children’s book, Sleep, Little Child with accompanying CD entitled and based on an original lullaby. Hoffman’s first book and companion DVD, Essential Worship Keyboard was released by Emerald Books in 2007.

He lives in Salisbury, NC with is wife, Anne and young daughter, August.

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Kurzweil PC2x, Yamaha PA, Rode & AKG mics


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Meet Marc Hoffman: After establishing himself as a composer and performer of film, theatre, concert and gospel music, Marc Hoffman began pursuing his passion for jazz in the early 1990s. As a pianist and vocalist, Marc performs over 75 dates a year with a repertoire of original jazz and his own arrangements of standards, ballads, and pop. He most often performs with his trio, but works as a soloist and with other ensembles as well, ...

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Pianist Marc Hoffman Releases "Late September"

Pianist Marc Hoffman Releases "Late September"

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Virillion Music recording artist Marc Hoffman, well-known throughout North Carolina for his compositions, teaching and performances, has announced the release on Late September, an all-original CD for jazz trio, Hoffman had a breakthrough jazz release with his well-received Curioso in 2010. Late September includes 11 new pieces with Hoffman on piano, supported by Zack Page on the upright bass and Brian Sullivan on drums. “The recording is crisp, clear and detailed, yet exudes a warm ambience,” says Gary Dalkin, a ...

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Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman On Tour In NC & SC

Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman On Tour In NC & SC

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Charlotte, NC – Composer, jazz pianist, and vocalist, Marc Hoffman will perform five dates in NC and SC beginning Tue May 5th. Venues will include Oak Park in Salisbury, NC, Charleston Pour House in Charleston, SC, McKimmon Center on the NCSU campus in Raleigh, NC, Murphy's Pub in Boone, NC and Market On Main in Hickory, NC. Two performances Charleston Pour House and Murphy's Pub will be with NC based jam band, Wavy Train. Marc will perform six additional shows ...

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Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman To Join Wavy Train For Six Performances

Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman To Join Wavy Train For Six Performances

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North Carolina musician, Marc Hoffman will play Southeast dates with band SALISBURY, NC: Composer, jazz pianist, and vocalist, Marc Hoffman will perform with NC based jam band, Wavy Train for six dates in the Southeast during the band's spring/summer Southeastern 2015 Tour. The first performance will be Friday, April 10th at Second & Green Tavern in Winston-Salem. NC. Other stops include jny: Asheville and Boone in NC, and jny: Greenville and jny: Charleston in SC. Formed in 1995 in jny: ...

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Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman At Ritz-Carlton In Charlotte

Jazz Pianist/Vocalist Marc Hoffman At Ritz-Carlton In Charlotte

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Marc Hoffman to perform during holidays CHARLOTTE, NC – Virillion Music recording artist Marc Hoffman will perform Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout December in the Lobby of The Ritz-Carlton in Charlotte. Hoffman, a NC native will perform original arrangements of holiday favorites. “The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is a beautiful venue and I am delighted to be able to perform there this season,” Hoffman said, “and the guests and hotel staff are always welcoming.” In addition to performing solo with his trio, ...

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Jazz Pianist/Composer Marc Hoffman To Perform At Center For Faith & The Arts

Jazz Pianist/Composer Marc Hoffman To Perform At Center For Faith & The Arts

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NC Musician will play at Mark Stephenson Exhibit Reception SALISBURY, NC – Marc Hoffman, NC composer, jazz pianist, and vocalist, will perform at the reception for the opening of artist Mark Stephenson's exhibit, Italian Paintings and Other Recent Works. The exhibit, at Center For Faith & the Arts in Salisbury, opened September 2nd. Stephenson recently completed a two-week residency in Tuscany. Marc will perform original jazz vocal and piano pieces in addition to standards. Marc Hoffman and Mark Stephenson have ...

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NC Musician/Composer Marc Hoffman's Weekend Performances

NC Musician/Composer Marc Hoffman's Weekend Performances

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Marc Hoffman Performs This Weekend Friday, August 15th, composer, singer and pianist Marc Hoffman begins a mini-tour at Summer Night Out, hosted by Downtown Salisbury Inc., in Downtown Salisbury from 6-9pm.
 He will be performing with his trio including drummer Brian Sullivan and bassist Terry Peoples. They will play original jazz composed by Hoffman and other pop selections and jazz covers. Saturday, August 16th, Marc Hoffman will be playing at the Ashe County Arts Annual “Tickling the Ivories” concert. This ...

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NC Jazz Pianist/Vocalist/Composer At Casual Water

NC  Jazz Pianist/Vocalist/Composer At Casual Water

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Virillion Music recording artist Marc Hoffman will perform Sunday, August 3rd from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Casual Water in Tega Cay, SC as part of their summer jazz series. Hoffman, a NC native will include original instrumental and vocal jazz in his performance, as well as standards and pop. “I’m really excited to be back this year at Tega Cay for the summer jazz series,” Hoffman said. “Casual Water is a beautiful and fun venue and it's great working ...

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Marc Hoffman Returns To Tega Cay on June 29th

Marc Hoffman Returns To Tega Cay on June 29th

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CHARLOTTE, NC – Virillion Music recording artist Marc Hoffman will perform Sunday, June 29th from 6:00 to to 9:00 p.m. at Casual Water in Tega Cay, SC as part of their summer jazz series. Hoffman, a NC native will include original instrumental and vocal jazz in his performance, as well as standards and pop. “I’m really excited to be back this year at Tega Cay for the summer jazz series,” Hoffman said. “Casual Water is a beautiful and fun venue ...

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Marc Hoffman Trio To Perform At Earth Night Out

Marc Hoffman Trio To Perform At Earth Night Out

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Jazz trio returns to Salisbury for Downtown Salisbury Event SALISBURY, NC – Marc Hoffman Trio returns to Salisbury this Friday, April 18th for Earth Night Out, part of Downtown Salisbury, Inc. Friday Night Out Series promoting nightlife and retail in Salisbury, NC. A Salisbury native, Marc Hoffman will be joined by well known Charlotte area musicians, Brian Sullivan on drums and Dave Vergato on bass. The trio will perform standard jazz, pop and originals. “We are delighted to be part ...

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Marc Hoffman Quartet To Perform At Heart Gala

Marc Hoffman Quartet To Perform At Heart Gala

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Jazz pianist/vocalist returns to Rock Hill for 2nd Annual Celebration Rock Hill, SC – Jazz pianist/composer/vocalist Marc Hoffman will perform with his quartet Saturday, February 15, 2014 at The City Club of Rock Hill in Rock Hill, SC as part of the 2nd Annual Celebrate with Heart Gala for the Heart2Heart Foundation. Joining Marc will be trumpet player Jeremy Shaw, bassist Tim Hartis, and drummer Brent Deaton. Hoffman is well known throughout the Southeast US, having appeared at clubs, arenas, ...

DJ Jelly Roll Justice of WWOZ-FM in New Orleans: "‘Hefti’ makes you smile with its delicate riffs and uplifting swing."

Dionne Maldonado, "Cool Ambiance," WFSS-FM "I loved this CD — every track! I’m overjoyed to include Curioso and to front sell Marc as one of North Carolina’s artists to look out for in 2011. He’s right up there with Tom Grant.”

Gary Dalkin, Film Music on the Web: “Hoffman brings a light, fluid grace to his eloquent improvisations, the tone largely optimistic though shot through with an enquiring spirit which adds an intriguing melodic quirk to the disc.”..."A couple more discs like this, and his infectious, melodic writing and polished musicianship will surely start to win him a serious following." - review of Curioso

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Primary Instrument

Piano

Willing to teach

Advanced only

Credentials/Background

Private teacher for over 20 years. Artistic Director of the Salisbury School of Music in NC. Teaches Tue. - Thur. afternoons when not on the road.

Clinic/Workshop Information

"Music Is..." is a fast-paced one hour talk/presentation comparing classical music form to the form of a three minute "pop" song. Presentation "On Film Music" is a brief history of film music and the mechanics of the art form. Marc is a featured performer and speaker at seminars and conventions throughout the US.

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Music

Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Late September

Virillion Music
2016

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Christmas Time

Virillion Music
2012

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Curioso

Virillion Music
2010

buy

Long Way Home

Virillion Music
2003

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