Colin Leonard is a jazz multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator born and raised in Sarasota, Florida. Playful yet introspective, his adventurous approach reflects a deep love of improvised music. A graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Colin studied with Gary Bartz and worked closely with mentors including Tony Benade, Eddie Henderson, Dan Wall, and Gerald Cannon. While at Oberlin, Colin was a member of the Sonny Rollins Ensemble and toured New York City as part of a project sponsored by Rollins. Colin has performed at events such as the CMC International Jazz Festival in Buffalo, NY, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC, and the Sarasota Jazz Festival. He is committed to performing, teaching, and composing music that fosters creative thinking, community building, and artistic expression.