Joe Holt makes his career as a pianist and jazz musician, with a unique and diverse musical background. He received his music degree from Glassboro State College in New Jersey (in the early 1980's). Most notable among his teachers are Yoheved Kaplinsky: classical piano, and Don Glanden: jazz piano. In recent years, Joe continued his education to receive a Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC). He is active as a music therapist, working to enrich the lives of senior citizens in his local area.

In addition to this, Joe performs hundreds of engagements each year, both in concert (at home and throughout the United States), and in numerous venues (both public and private) in the greater Philadelphia-Washington DC corridor. In addition to solo events, Joe is often found performing with "Holly Lane and Shore Jazz" in his local (Delmarva) area, and (throughout the country and around the world) as regular pianist for the Midiri Brothers Sextet and Trio; performing at concerts, jazz festivals and cruises. A comprehensive listing of public performances can be found at www.joeholtsnotes.com.

Known for his expressive, and often animated performances, Joe's unique approach to solo jazz piano reaches out to the listener. He is grounded in the traditional influences (e.g.. Nat King Cole, Erroll Garner, Fats Waller, Oscar Peterson), and has built upon this foundation a diverse and relevant presentation. When performing, Joe experiences the spiritual connections that music makes. His audiences, though it may be stated in other terms, get this as well; "...expressive playing" ... "A a joy to behold " ... " boundless and infectious " ... " Joe touches lives wherever he goes."

Joe is active in recording, appearing on over 20 albums, 6 of which are on his own label; Joe Holt's Notes , including: Playing By Heart - Always - a solo piano collection of jazz and popular standards, and - He's Steppin' Out - a unique collection of humorous Bible lessons performed by the Joe Holt Trio, and Do You Hear What I Hear, the first in a series of Christmas recordings.

Joe can also be heard weekly over the airwaves, and on-line, on his weekly show, "Joe Holt's Notes on the Radio."  Join Joe as he plays the piano for you, at www.joeholtsnotes.com. Joe resides with his family in Chestertown, Md.