Nate Smith

Nate Smith is a Grammy-winning bandleader, composer, producer, and virtuosic drummer whose groundbreaking work across genres has made him one of the most distinctive figures in contemporary music.

Winning both Best Alternative Jazz Album and Best Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals at the 2026 Grammy Awards, Smith has become one of the most in-demand drummers and collaborators of his generation. In this performance, he presents a dynamic solo drum set that showcases his technical mastery, musicality, and inventive approach to rhythm.

Sponsored by Mary Kay Harrington & Thom Brajkovich; Dr. Elaine Yin & Michael J. Wilson